Dispatcher I (Night Shift)

Airgas; Star (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Life Insurance

AD&D

Job summary

Airgas in Star, MS is hiring a Dispatcher I (Night Shift) to support production by coordinating routes, tracking freight, and maintaining safety SOPs. You will assist with driver scheduling, DOT compliance, and daily communications with customers to ensure timely deliveries.

The role requires high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication skills, and forklift experience. Weekend on-call and overtime may apply based on schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous experience in transportation dispatching is preferred.
• Strong communication skills with proficiency in transportation management software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate routes, destinations, and timelines for freight transport.
• Support driver learning and DOT compliance with company processes.
• Provide customers with delivery updates and manage tendering.
• Monitor Hours of Service and safety SOPs during operations.
• Oversee loading/unloading to ensure safety and compliance.
• Help maintain smooth shipping lanes to support production.

Skills

High school diploma or equivalent

Transportation dispatching

Communication skills

Fast-paced multitasking

Problem solving

Forklift experience

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Transportation management software

Job description

R10101328 Dispatcher I (Night Shift) (Open)

Location:

Star, MS - Filling industrial - Dry-ice

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.

Airgas is Hiring for a Dispatcher in Star, MS

We are looking for you!Schedule: Sunday- Thursday 6:00 pm - 4:00 am (overtime, on call one weekend a month)

Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.

Support for Parents: We offer a 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families.

Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.

Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment

The dispatcher partners closely with our production team to ensure a balanced, collaborative business partnership. Support driver scheduling, coordinate routes, destinations, and timelines for transporting freight to its intended destination.

Support driver learning and growth around DOT compliance, regulations, and company processes

Maintain open communication with customers regarding delivery updates and assist with providing tenders

Track driver progress and essential operational details electronically

Foster ongoing driver support and engagement to ensure daily operational success

Assist with coordinating regular truck maintenance alongside shop personnel

Monitor Hours of Service to support safety and well‑being

Actively engage in oversight of freight loading and unloading to ensure safety standards and SOPs are met

Help ensure shipping lanes flow smoothly to support production and floor space needs

Other duties as assigned

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Required Qualifications And Competencies

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Proven experience in transportation dispatching or a related field is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, including proficiency in transportation management software and other related programs.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong problem - solving tasks and decision-making abilities.
• Forklift experience or willingness to gain experience is a must have
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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Benefits

• We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short‑term and long‑term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre‑tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full‑time employees.
• Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
• Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Air gas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at [e-mail].

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