Transportation Coordinator

Performance Food Group; Kendallville (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits Day 1

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K employer matching

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Performance Food Group is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to support the delivery operations across our distribution network in Kendallville, Indiana. The role focuses on ensuring timely, safe delivery of products and serving as the face of the company in customer interactions.

You will assist the transportation team by tracking driver routes, coordinating daily tasks, and maintaining DOT compliance documentation while performing related administrative duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent.
• 6+ months in a transportation environment.
• Administrative support performing basic math and computer data entry skills; Knowledge and understanding of Department of Transportation regulations.
• Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Tracks, calculates, and coordinates driver and route information. Performs driver check-in.
• Answers and coordinates incoming transportation related phone calls.
• Maintains and tracks all DOT required files and other reports (vehicle inspection, fuel, and mileage).
• Tracks, inputs, and processes driver payroll data. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Administrative support

Basic math/data entry

DOT regulations knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Job description

Company Description

PFG Customized Distribution meets the unique needs of some of America's most recognized national chain restaurants, including Cracker Barrel, TGI Friday's, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, and Ruby Tuesday. Providing customized attention and a centralized contact for product lines, menu changes, and account coordination, PFG Customized serves customers across the U.S. and in more than 40 countries.

Schedule

• Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 6AM - 4:30PM
• Saturday: 3AM - 1:30PM

We Deliver the Goods

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose

Food and food service delivery Drivers fulfill a critical role in the country's food supply chain. Our delivery drivers not only make sure the customers' products arrive at their destination at the arranged times and in good condition, but they are the face of our company - building lasting relationships with our customers!

As a Coordinator, Transportation, you will play a vital role in ensuring our drivers is equipped with the information needed to deliver all products on time and safely. The Coordinator, Transportation supports the transportation team in improving production processes and maintaining daily business. This includes tracking, calculating, and coordinating a variety of driver and route information along with performing administrative tasks. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Tracks, calculates, and coordinates driver and route information. Performs driver check-in.
• Answers and coordinates incoming transportation related phone calls.
• Maintains and tracks all DOT required files and other reports (vehicle inspection, fuel, and mileage).
• Tracks, inputs, and processes driver payroll data. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

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Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• 6+ months in a transportation environment
• Administrative support performing basic math and computer data entry skills Knowledge and understanding of Department of Transportation regulations
• Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check

Preferred qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• 1+ years in transportation environment and interfacing with customers within foodservice industry
• Experience moving semi-trailers using yard mule.
• Experience loading semi-trailers using powered pallet jack.
• Knowledge and understanding of Department of Transportation regulations
• Class A CDL license

EEO Statement

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.