Night Dispatch Coordinator - Driver Scheduling & Compliance

McLane Company, Inc.; Sturtevant (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Dispatch Coordinator to manage driver dispatch operations in the Transportation Department.

You will prepare daily records, develop the dispatch schedule, ensure DOT hours-of-service compliance, and communicate with drivers and customers to keep deliveries on track. This role requires a high school diploma, familiarity with PeopleSoft or similar mainframe scheduling software, and proficiency in Windows, Excel, Word, and Access.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of PeopleSoft for record keeping and driver scheduling.
• Experience in Windows, Excel, Word, and Access preferred.
• Two years in a similar dispatch role preferred.
• Map reading and understanding of distribution systems.
• Ability to communicate with various levels and teams.
• Math skills for maintaining schedules and timetables.
• Understanding of dispatch issues and procedures.
• Ability to read, write and understand English at work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily records and memos and maintain filing system for driver vehicle inspection reports.
• Complete transportation pouches including route manifests, invoices, and notifications.
• Develop and update driver and helper dispatch schedules daily.
• Understand DOT hours of service and ensure driver compliance.
• Set up daily tractor/trailer assignment for drivers.
• Verify roadworthiness and maintain tractor/trailer records.
• Call customers to inform them of variances in delivery times.
• Expedite driver manifests and highlight keys.
• Provide timely reports to supervisor as requested.
• Discuss dispatch issues with Driver Specialists, Customers and managers.
• Meet the position’s physical demands and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

PeopleSoft knowledge

Map reading

English communication

Math for scheduling

Dispatch procedures

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Windows environment

Excel

Microsoft Word

Access

Job description

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Dispatch Coordinator to manage driver dispatch operations in the Transportation Department.

You will prepare daily records, develop the dispatch schedule, ensure DOT hours-of-service compliance, and communicate with drivers and customers to keep deliveries on track. This role requires a high school diploma, familiarity with PeopleSoft or similar mainframe scheduling software, and proficiency in Windows, Excel, Word, and Access.