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Dispatch Coordinator (Mount Sterling)

Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI), Mount Sterling, IL, United States


Location:

Mt. Sterling, IL
Department:

Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI)
Reports To:

Assistant Transportation Manager
Wage Range:

$18.35 - $27.53 per hour, plus bonus opportunity
As a Dispatch Coordinator, you will assist in the planning and execution of business assets, partners with internal and external customers to provide a level of customer service that fosters both internal and external customer growth and retention.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Meets company mission and strategic goals
Responsible for ownership, coordination, and implementation of freight movement between distribution centers
Ensures Quality and Safety in the respective work area
Compiles data and reports to deliver solutions for change
Supports Driver Supervisor activity on a daily basis
Assists with driver payroll tasks and expense
Collaborates with both external internal partners to address concerns
Works to improve productivity and reduce cycle time of processes

YOU MUST HAVE
High school diploma or General Equivalency Degree
Computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Skills to be successful in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines
Willingness to work as a team
YOU MAY ALSO HAVE
College degree
Administrative / clerical experience preferred
Working knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations
Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills
Strong organizational and leadership skills
ROLE SPECIFICS
Schedule:

Full-Time Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM

WHO WE ARE
Dot Foods, a pioneer in the food industry supply chain, created Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) in 1994 to transport product. Our fleet has since grown to over 1,800 trucks, all maintained by our own team of trained mechanics. As we’ve grown, we haven’t lost sight of caring for our best-in-class ­drivers. We’ve had zero layoffs in our company’s history and continue to make our benefits more competitive.
WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU
As a family-owned and -operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:
Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance
Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing
Significant advancement opportunities

Safety:

This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.
EOE/AA Employer:

Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.