Dispatcher
Location | North Canton, OH |
Date Posted | December 16, 2019 |
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Job Type |
Full-time
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Description
Team Members in our Operations Dispatching:
- Schedule loads while utilizing and maximizing available driver hours and loaded miles
- Identify priorities; utilize available resources effectively to meet these priorities; anticipate change and/or problems and reallocate resources when necessary
- Adjust forecasted loads based on sales and market trends
- Confidently make good decisions under time pressure
- Make quick decisions based on simple equations or deductive reasoning
- Communicate effectively with customers and drivers providing concise instruction or information
- Use effective listening skills to collect required information or to identify potential problems / warning signs. Escalate information when necessary
- Develop relationships with customers and drivers; utilize relationships to influence others and gain willing cooperation
Potential Team Members should have:
- High School diploma / GED required
- Associate degree or some post-secondary education preferred
- Ability to multi-task is essential
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel preferred
- Prior dispatch experience preferred
- Must possess strong interpersonal skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills required
- The ability to work with a team or individually
- Must be willing to work 2nd/3rd shift
Benefits of Partnering with KAG include:
- Benefits package for full time employees including health, vision, and dental insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Company paid life insurance policy
- On-Site gym and cafeteria