Dispatcher FT -

Dohrn Transfer is your complete Midwestern transportation partner, offering less-than-truckload, truckload, and value-added services throughout our 10-state service area. As a family-operated company, we provide the attention and flexibility of a regional carrier, backed by excellence in service and powerful logistical tools.

About the role

Under the direction of the Terminal Manager, oversee all employees and processes of the Terminal Operations team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare paperwork for launching drivers
• Answer phone calls regarding tracing, pickups, driver communication, and customer service
• Provide clerical support for Dispatch
• Complete daily reports for OS&D, payroll, driver hours, and attendance
• Contact customers to schedule appointments, residential, and driver collect/COD shipments
• Communicate with customers concerning Dispatch adjustments, deadlines, and concerns
• Other duties as needed

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18
• High School completion or equivalent
• Valid Driver License
• Supervisory experience required
• Ability to work any shift
• Knowledge and ability to perform all Operations jobs in the Terminal including Dock, Dispatch, Warehouse, and Routing
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Must meet all physical requirements
• Certification in forklift safety and hazardous material handling
• Ability to multi-task and react to change productively
• Excellent attendance

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Visual Acuity including regular use of items including a computer screen or monitor
• Lifting various types of materials will be required: cartons, bags, cylinders, boxes, crates, drums, pipe, bars, rugs, etc.
• Common material handling tools will be used: forklifts, carts, dollies, banding machines, shrink wrap tubes, pallet jacks, and tow motors
• Standing, walking, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, carrying, bending at the waist, reaching, and lifting both above and below waist level will be required
• Must be physically capable of operating a forklift, pallet jack, load lock, and two-wheel handcart
• Will be required to lift up, set down, slide, or move weight unassisted that could exceed 80 pounds
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a frequent basis and 100+ lbs. on an infrequent basis
• Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time
• Must have the ability to safely enter and exit trailers, vans, flatbeds, forklifts, and tractors
• Must have the ability to work around and operate motorized equipment
• May be exposed to extreme hot or cold temperatures and dusty conditions in the dock environment; must be able to perform essential functions in these conditions

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pay

Starting from $65,000 per year, based on experience.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401k matching
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability