Dispatch Assistant

Full Time
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Posted
Job description

Magnum was established in 1978, to provide supply chain network solutions. Magnum is comprised of five separately incorporated divisions geared towards meeting the specific needs of its customers; Magnum LTD, Magnum LTL, Magnum Dedicated, Magnum Warehousing, and Magnum Logistics. With Corporate headquarters located in Fargo, North Dakota, Magnum services a variety of industries throughout the United States. We are a frontline warehousing and logistics service provider, with continued goals to grow and remain competitive in the National economy.


The LTL Linehaul Coordinator is responsible for supporting the LTL terminal operations with direction from the Terminal Manager. The primary purpose is to organize and conduct activities to assure safe, cost effective, on-time operating performance. Typical hours of this position are Monday–Friday with minimal weekends. Start & end times are to be determined based on business need and workloads.


Schedule: M-F, 6pm-2:30am (SECOND SHIFT)

Pay: Up to $19 an hour - depending on experience

Location: Coon Rapids


Essential Job Functions

  • Coordinate the utilization of drivers, trucks and equipment to create capacity, maximize productivity and ensure prompt, courteous and efficient service to all customers
  • Communicate with and dispatch drivers to appropriate locations according to customer needs
  • Entering accurate and complete load information into Magnum’s computer system
  • Review and audit driver logs to verify items shipped by matching bills of lading, reconciling quantities, noting discrepancies and monitoring errors, missing information or violations
  • Ensure compliance with hours of service and other FMCSA regulations as well as company policies
  • Enter / Audit driver payroll
  • Participate in operational and Safety meetings
  • Submit all necessary paperwork to Billing Dept. for accurate billing of customer
  • Promptly communicate any delays, issues, or concerns regarding Customer loads/requests
  • Assist with projects and perform other duties as assigned.
  • Appropriate use of progressive discipline, providing both positive and negative constructive feedback to employees

Requirements:

  • Prior transportation experience in LTL/Truckload/Local Cartage/Broker capacity
  • Ability to adapt and be flexible in an environment where priorities and load schedules are constantly changing
  • High level of interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with drivers and customers verbally or in written/messaging format.
  • Knowledge of business processes, transportation and dispatch terminology
  • Ability to multi-task, establish priorities and meet deadlines
  • Participate in a team environment and communicate effectively
  • Geographical knowledge of the assigned metro area and the Midwest
  • Truckmate (TMW) software experience preferred
  • Familiarity with CSA principles and FMCSA regulations
  • Goal oriented and able to set and achieve company or personal objectives established to ensure maximum productivity

Magnum is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. We participate in E-Verify.

We are Veteran Owned & Operated!


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