Transportation Coordinator

Harmon Scrap Metal LLC•Cornersville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Coordinator is responsible for promptly scheduling customer pickups and deliveries and ensuring high-quality customer service while routing drivers safely and efficiently to maximize profit and decrease accidents and errors. The Transportation Coordinator must ensure that all efforts comply with company policy, procedure, and DOT regulations. Duties will include routing/dispatching trucks radio and CB communication, telephone and computer use to transmit assignments and compile statistics and reports on work progress. Here at Harmon Scrap Metal, we contribute to our environment by recycling on a large scale through the processing of scrap metal and we are growing by the day! Our mission is to empower people to recycle the past to impact the future. By staying disciplined in our core values, we have intentionally built a remarkable team and culture. Discipline, Trust, Alignment, Accountability, and Adaptability, are the backbone of our business. They guide our hiring process and daily operations. We are transparent and results-oriented in all we do.

Requirements

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Basic computer skills and a working knowledge of MS Office 365
Ability to think individually as well as collaboratively when approaching job responsibilities
Clear understanding of all company policy, FMCSA, DOT and OSHA procedures & regulations
Ability to provide excellent customer service
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while paying close attention to detail
Ability to learn and use in-house systems
High School diploma or equivalent
Knowledge in logistics industry
Knowledge of scrap metal recycling industry
Ability to spend extended periods of time sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods on uneven surfaces
Work environment involves frequent and/or regular exposure to natural and unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises
Ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

CDL and or cdl knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

Dispatch and support drivers
Route drivers throughout the day to ensure efficient and timely deliveries through online program
Assist drivers with transportation operations by promptly and professionally communicating both verbally and in writing
Review and process paperwork daily
Assist with scale operations, when necessary
Coordinating with office personnel to ensure accurate and timely documentation of all purchasing transactions
Conducting scale operations and evaluate incoming products: identify contents of each load, operate the incoming scale to determine weight, and direct customers to appropriate areas for unloading
Monitoring inventory and contract positions
Attend and participate in internal meetings and complete required training
Performs other related duties as assigned by management