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Dispatch
full-time•Defiance
About this role
Title: 2nd Shift Dispatch
Date: May 22, 2023
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Supervisor: Fleet Manager
Job Summary: Manages updates and driver issues on 2nd shift
Duties and Responsibilities
- Communicate load assignments to drivers as needed
- Update Customer Websites with arrival/departure times
- Accurately update TMW with drivers ETA and actual arrival times
- Order Entry
- Proactively communicate with Customer Reps on several aspects:
- Detention
- Late Arrivals
- Early Arrivals
- Lumpers
- Stop offs
- Driver Assist
- Coordinate on maintenance issues with the maintenance department, as well as scheduling road side service for driver breakdowns
- Other duties assigned by the leader
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively with Supervisor and other associates both orally and in writing.
- Ability to take job orders from Supervisor.
- Ability to get along well with others in organization.
- Ability to establish priorities, work independently, solve problems, and proceed with objectives without supervision.
- Participate in corrective and preventative actions and continuous improvement projects.
- Basic data entry and/or word processing skills.
- Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating system.
- Skill in the use of common office machinery.
- Attention to detail.
Special Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
- Must be willing to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as requested by Supervisor.
Environment
- Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
What you'll do
- The Dispatch role involves managing updates and driver issues during the 2nd shift. Key tasks include communicating load assignments to drivers and updating customer websites with arrival and departure times.
About Thomas Keller Logistics Group
Comprised of Trucking, Warehousing & Co-Packing, and Freight Brokerage, Keller Logistics Group provides flexible 3PL solutions.
Keller Logistics Group is an asset-based 3PL dedicated to serving the transportation, warehousing, and co-packing needs of manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers across the U.S. Our suite of services provides efficient closed-loop logistics solutions through one provider minimizing the additional costs associated with multiple logistics resource outsourcing.
Our affiliate companies specialize in serving the food and beverage, consumer packaged goods, building supplies, medical, and scrap metal industries.
We're family-owned and accountable to our stakeholders- not stockholders, standing proud of our small company culture with large corporate capabilities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Dispatch do at Thomas Keller Logistics Group?
As a Dispatch at Thomas Keller Logistics Group, you will: the Dispatch role involves managing updates and driver issues during the 2nd shift. Key tasks include communicating load assignments to drivers and updating customer websites with arrival and departure times..
Is the Dispatch position at Thomas Keller Logistics Group remote?
The Dispatch position at Thomas Keller Logistics Group is based in Defiance, Ohio, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Dispatch position at Thomas Keller Logistics Group?
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