Yard Dispatcher – Dawn Shift (Onsite 5:30a–2:30p)

Actalent; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Dispatcher to support Fond du Lac plant operations by coordinating daily yard truck and trailer movements. The role involves manual tracking and potential process improvement opportunities in distribution, manufacturing, and 3PL environments.

Responsibilities include dispatching yard trucks, managing live loads and trailers, and coordinating with cross-functional teams while ensuring DOT compliance and accurate paperwork.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in logistics, transportation, or business management.
• Experience as a dispatcher or yard coordinator in logistics, transportation, distribution, manufacturing, or 3PL operations.
• Strong communication, multitasking, and prioritization skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, WMS, Dockscan, Penske Fleet, or other relevant applications.
• Strong situational awareness and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assign, schedule, and dispatch yard trucks based on operational priorities and job assignments.
• Manage live loads, drop trailers, and shuttle activity, ensuring timely delivery of materials and empty trailers.
• Coordinate trailer moves for inbound/outbound loads, manufacturing, and staging via CB radio, telephone, and Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Maintain accurate trailer data tracking and support production workflows.
• Serve as the primary contact for yard operations, coordinating with Shipping, Receiving, Production, Warehouses, and Carriers.
• Provide updates on emergent and critical moves and verify inbound and outbound shipment paperwork.
• Collaborate with leadership regarding delays, shortages, and operational risks, providing guidance for routing improvements.
• Track daily radio calls, trailer move counts, and assist in maintaining hours of service.
• Prepare shift handoff notes, movement logs, and exception reports.
• Assist in daily truck audits and report equipment risks to ensure safe operation.

Skills

Strong communication

Multitasking

Prioritization

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Adaptability

DOT compliance

Education

Associate degree in logistics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

WMS

Dockscan

Penske Fleet

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Dispatcher to support Fond du Lac plant operations by coordinating daily yard truck and trailer movements. The role involves manual tracking and potential process improvement opportunities in distribution, manufacturing, and 3PL environments.

Responsibilities include dispatching yard trucks, managing live loads and trailers, and coordinating with cross-functional teams while ensuring DOT compliance and accurate paperwork.