Transportation Operations Coordinator

Northern Haserot; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food-service distributor in Lexington, Kentucky is seeking a Transportation Assistant to support its transportation team. The role involves ensuring compliance with driver standards, monitoring vehicle conditions, and managing supplies. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational and communication skills along with familiarity with routing and tracking systems like Samsara. This position is vital for maintaining efficient delivery operations and facilitating breakdown management.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and communication skills required.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under time constraints is essential.
• Knowledge of routing systems and breakdown procedures is a must.

Responsibilities

• Inspect returning trucks for cleanliness and damages.
• Ensure driver compliance with systems and uniform standards.
• Monitor dock doors for cleanliness and manage fuel island.
• Order necessary supplies for vehicle maintenance.
• Fill in as backup router when needed.
• Handle breakdowns and coordinate necessary adjustments.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Knowledge of routing systems

Familiarity with Samsara

Tools

Samsara

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Job description

A leading food-service distributor in Lexington, Kentucky is seeking a Transportation Assistant to support its transportation team. The role involves ensuring compliance with driver standards, monitoring vehicle conditions, and managing supplies. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational and communication skills along with familiarity with routing and tracking systems like Samsara. This position is vital for maintaining efficient delivery operations and facilitating breakdown management.