Dispatcher

External SA Recycling; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Choice of 2 Medical Plans

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k with Company Match

Weekly Pay

Referral Incentives

Safety and Profitability Bonuses

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

An established industry player in metals recycling is seeking a Dispatcher to enhance their operations. In this vital role, you will manage shipment schedules, assign drivers, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining high customer service standards. This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You will coordinate with drivers and suppliers, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Join a company that values its employees and offers competitive pay, medical plans, and advancement opportunities. This is an exciting chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous dispatch or driver experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and dispatch drivers for material deliveries and pickups.
• Monitor truck routes and statuses to optimize scheduling.
• Maintain knowledge of FMCSR and DOT regulations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Industry Specific Software

Job description

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively seeking a Dispatcher to join our team. As a Dispatcher you will manage shipment schedules, assign and dispatch drivers for load pick up and/or deliveries, plan routes, and provide rate quotes and analysis while keeping a high level of customer service and support for our drivers and suppliers.

This position is on-site and may require you to work intermittently outside in varying weather conditions while learning the business and roles. SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

The working hours for this position are from 7:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k with a Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses
• Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities for the Dispatcher

• Schedule and dispatch company or contracted drivers to deliver and pick up a wide range of materials from supplier locations and other SA Recycling facilities.
• Provide drivers with the relevant information to ensure prompt pickups and deliveries to ensure high levels of supplier satisfaction.
• Coordinate with drivers to resolve any issues, problems, or concerns that arise during delivery or pick up.
• Monitor the routes and statuses of all trucks to coordinate and prioritize scheduling to optimize efficiencies.
• Communicate with suppliers on driver schedules and address any concerns or route changes.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Federal, State, and local regulations, including, but not limited to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) and Department of Transportation (DOT), as well as SA Recycling policies, guidelines and procedures.
• Provide management with prompt communication of events and reporting.

Qualifications for a Dispatcher

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous terminal operations, dispatch, or driver experience preferred.
• Understanding of FMCSR and DOT rules and regulations.
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, good organizational skills, and ability to multi-task.
• Intermediate understanding of Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn industry specific software.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus.

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.