Assistant Freight Specialist

Boise Cascade Company · Memphis, TN · 3 wk ago

ManagementFull-time

Schedule the inbound and/or outbound delivery of products and orders to customers via contract or company truck drivers.
Cook up trucking arrangements for all freight needs.
Utilize RFN system (review routes, assign route number, release pick ticket information to scanning equipment) for trucks and/or will calls.
Maintain the company-owned truck fleet including truck maintenance, maintenance records, and physical inspection of equipment keeping them in effective operating condition.
Meet customer service requirements and monitor department productivity and location goals.
Create day-to-day safety awareness and DOT and OSHA regulations.
Develop efficient delivery schedules effectively utilizing trucks and/or use of contract drivers.
Assure timely filing of DOT reports and Driver Services records.
Maintain profiles and freight contracts, motor carrier profiles, shipping rates, driving logs, etc. and update the TIS system as appropriate.
May train driving associates.
Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
Maintain training topic OSHA required training matrix for drivers.
Schedule computer biased safety training with operations & sales personal and new hire associates with monthly safety program topics.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Basic Qualifications: HS Diploma, GED or two (2) years equivalent work experience. Office environment with minimal physical exertion, and frequent periods of sitting.
Potential Preferred Qualifications: Ability to perform multitask assignments within a fast paced work environment. More than three (3) years of experience in related job function. May require technical certification or associates degree. Effective communication skills required. Proficiency in utilizing computer software applications necessary for performing job responsibilities.

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