Overview

Dispatcher is a critical role for supporting the Mississippi Lime Distribution Services (MLDS)/FLCO Trucking. This position will be integral to the daily management of activities at MLDS/FLCO Trucking including dispatching of drivers, customer order intake, equipment selection, and Scalehouse shipment processing in ERP along with documentation to meet customer delivery requirements. This is a dynamic position that will require a high energy individual capable operating in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Logistics, Transportation, or a business-related field is preferred or equivalent work experience in the trucking industry.
• Previous experience in trucking and operations is required.
• Valid Driver’s License required, Class A CDL a plus
• Current knowledge of DOT guidelines is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and use sound judgement.
• This position requires someone to be action oriented with excellent time management and communication skills.
• Supervisory experience preferred but not required.
• This position will require a high-energy individual dealing with a dynamic operational environment.

Essential Functions

• Manage equipment logistical operations and perform daily dispatching of trucks for Vicksburg, MS location in a safe, efficient and customer focused manner.
• Develop knowledge of state and federal regulations relating to the trucking industry and DOT compliance.
• Expected to stay up to date on current trends and practices of the industry.
• Develop knowledge and application of company safety rules with an emphasis on Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines.
• Support administrative activities for MLDS/FLCO Trucking including managing key performance indicators, operations information, customer details and general reports.
• Provide support and assistance to lead dispatcher, support broader needs across the company’s logistical operations as needed.
• Accept customer calls for orders needed and enter into ERP system.
• Coordinate shipments/deliveries with drivers based on seniority, customer demand, driver hours of service, and plant loadout availability.
• Process shipments in ERP system and generate bill of lading paperwork for drivers on each load which confirms order #, product, weights, and customer delivery window.
• Maintains directory for all customer locations with GPS directions.
• Coordinate equipment availability with MLDS/FLCO Trucking shop mechanics.
• Required to take calls after hours from drivers and work rotating shift schedule.
• Employees are expected to perform other responsibilities as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct reports: No

Subordinate supervisors: No

Americans with Disabilities Specifications

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Essential Functions of this job. Reasonable Accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the Essential Functions. Contact Human Resources for accommodation requests.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vicksburg, MS 39183: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• D.O.T. knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)
• Trucking Operations: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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