Conversion- Dispatcher
Conversion- Dispatcher
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Job Description
As a company we promote a culture of honesty and integrity and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us!
If you are seeking to be a part of a family this is the place for you!
Maersk Warehousing and Distribution USA LLC handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving storing processing and dispatching cargo so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience connections and deep expertise across different sectors industries and transportation modes means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.
Summary
Assigns work for Company and owner operator trailer drivers for conveyance of freight by
performing the following duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Compiles and maintains list of available drivers.
Assigns trucks according to availability purpose of trip and freight.
Issues record sheets and all related paperwork to drivers.
Trouble shooting and notifying appropriate parties of any changes.
Records time of departure destination cargo and expected time of return.
Investigates overdue vehicles.
Directs activities of drivers by two-way radio.
Confers with customers to expedite or locate missing misrouted delayed or damaged
merchandise.
Heavy communication with drivers on a daily basis.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions;
Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action
beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are
covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for
own actions; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills
Spanish fluency required. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers clients and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10s and 100s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement volume and distance.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral
instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized
situations.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully an individual should have knowledge of Excel Spreadsheet software and MS Word Processing software and MS Outlook.
Other Skills and Abilities
Must be fluent in Spanish for communication with the driver and owner operators.
Physical Demands
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 made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job the employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat from typical warehouse environments. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race colour gender sex age religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy or parental leave veteran status gender identity genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
