night shift truck dispatcher - Taylor, MI, United States - Circle Logistics

    Circle Logistics
    Circle Logistics Taylor, MI, United States

    1 month ago

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    Benefits:
    • Dental insurance

    • Health insurance

    • Opportunity for advancement

    • Paid time off

    • Vision insurance



    Are you looking for a CAREER you can be passionate about? Do you want more out of life than just the status quo? Do you want to be a part of a thriving company in a growing industry? If the answer is YES, then we want you at Circle Logistics

    Why Join Circle:
    Our motto is #workhardplayhard. We provide a competitive pay package for our team members so that you can perform at the highest level, prosper and enjoy life. At Circle, we function as a team, help each other out, and recognize what it takes to make those everyday victories possible.

    Who We Are:
    Circle Logistics is a 3rd party logistics firm focused on delivering three core promises to our customers: No Fail Service, Personalized Communication, and Innovative Solutions. We have been in business for 10 plus years and have grown into a half a billion dollar company with 500+ employees in the booming transportation industry that never takes a night off. We leverage our technology, industry experience, and employee ingenuity to develop industry-leading transportation solutions.

    Overview: This position is responsible for the dispatch operations in the Transportation Department daily.

    Responsibilities:
    • Prepare daily records and memos, and maintain a filing system for Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.

    • Complete transportation pouches including route manifests, invoices, special customer notifications, maps and stores keys for drivers.

    • Develop and update driver and helper dispatch schedule daily.

    • Understand DOT hours of service and ensure driver compliance.

    • Set up daily tractor/trailer assignment for drivers.

    • Verify roadworthiness and keep maintenance records for tractors and trailers.

    • Call customers to inform them of variances in delivery times.

    • Expedite driver manifests and highlight keys.

    • Provide timely reports to immediate supervisor as requested.

    • Possess very strong interpersonal skills and be able to discuss dispatch issues with Driver Specialists, Customers and managers.

    • Assign load to equipment and driver in a manner to ensure on-time pick-up and delivery and to meet the customer's requirements.

    • Review customer orders and determine proper routing, equipment, and manpower requirements.

    • Supervise drivers that they are dispatching.

    • Ensure the most efficient freight movement and cost-effective service.

    • Complete incident/accident reports as required.

    • Resolve transportation issues with urgency and professionalism.

    • May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

    Job Qualifications:

    Experience/Education:
    • At least 1 year of experience dispatching for a trucking company specializing in automotive required.

    • High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience required.

    • Associates or Bachelor's Degree in logistics or business related field preferred.

    • Experience with and/or ability to learn a variety of TMS/CRM platforms.

    • Above average proficiency with Google Drive and Microsoft Office (vlookup, pivot tables, reports).

    • Must have proficient knowledge of the local area & U.S. Geography.

    • Must have basic knowledge of DOT laws and requirements.

    • Knowledge of mainframe computer software (PeopleSoft) relating to record keeping/scheduling for drivers and helpers preferred.

    Skills/Aptitude:
    • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced working environment and multitask.

    • Strong attention to detail and organization.

    • Ability to maintain a positive attitude.

    • Presents self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.

    • Excellent problem-solving and time management skills.

    • Strong work ethic and dependability.

    • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs dictate.

    • Excellent communication and customer service skills.

    • Ability to organize, prioritize and problem solve

    • Understanding of distribution systems.

    • Ability to communicate in various methods with different levels.

    • Mathematical ability for maintaining schedules.

    • Understanding of dispatch issues and procedures.

    Benefits:
    • Room for advancement in a fast-growing company that promotes from within

    • Paid holidays and paid time off

    • Health, vision, and dental insurance benefits

    • 401(k) Plan



    Flexible work from home options available.