Transportation Dispatch Manager

48forty Solutions; Eastford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Daily pay

Referral bonuses

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

48forty Solutions is seeking a Dispatch Manager to support the Plant Manager in directing truck drivers, scheduling routes, and coordinating customer requests at the Eastford, CT facility. You will oversee daily run schedules and drive performance through effective communication with drivers and customers.

The role requires 1+ years in dispatch management, a high school diploma or GED, and proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• 1+ years of experience as a Dispatch Manager required
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is required
• Previous experience in transportation and/or logistics strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Schedule and dispatch drivers to locations according to customer requests, specifications, or needs.
• Relay work orders, messages, and information to or from drivers and supervisors.
• Confer with customers or supervising personnel to address questions, problems and service requests.
• Receive or prepare work orders and prepare daily work and run schedules.
• Monitor driver and/or equipment locations to coordinate service and schedules.
• Record and maintain driver files and dispatch information and customer requests.
• Oversee shipping/receiving functions including inventory and maintenance of inventory.

Skills

Scheduling

Driver coordination

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

As a Dispatch Manager, you’ll get to assist the Plant Manager in managing the activities of the truck drivers assigned to that plant by scheduling and dispatching drivers to appropriate locations according to customer requests, specifications, or needs, using radios or telephones.

What You'll Do

• Arrange for necessary repairs in order to restore service and schedules

• Relay work orders, messages, and information to or from drivers, supervisors

• Confer with customers or supervising personnel in order to address questions, problems, and requests for service

• Receive or prepare work orders and prepare daily work and run schedules

• Monitor personnel and/or equipment locations and utilization in order to coordinate service and schedules

• Record and maintain driver files and records of customer requests, work or services performed, charges, expenses, inventory, and other dispatch information

• Oversee all aspects shipping/receiving functions including inventory and the maintenance of inventory

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma or GED Required

• 1+ years of experience as a Dispatch Manager required

• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is required

• Previous experience in transportation and/or logistics strongly preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay, Holiday Pay, and Daily Pay – Access to your earned wages before payday!

• Referral Bonuses

• Long-Term Career Advancement

• Paid Time Off

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, AD&D, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance for Eligible Full Time Employees

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Great Team Environment

What It's Like

48forty Solutions is the largest pallet management services company in North America! We provide end-to-end pallet solutions, from supply to retrieval, on-site services, reverse logistics, and packaging materials. We are truly Pallet Management Made Simple, our workforce is the heart and soul of our business, and we’re looking for our next Dispatch Manager to join our team!

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to work in extreme conditions to include, but not limited to, elements, heat, cold, and air particulate

• The noise level in the work environment depends on location.

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required (eye protection, ear protection is mandatory at several locations, safety shoes)

48forty Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay Range

USD $65,000.00 - USD $75,000.00 /Yr.