Transportation Coordinator at Harmon Scrap Metal in Cornersville, TN

Description

Transportation Coordinator  

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION SUMMARY

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. 

ABOUT HARMON SCRAP METAL

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. 

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

• 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 

BENEFITS

• Insurance Package 
• Paid Holidays 
• PTO Program  
• Professional Training & Development Opportunities 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY 

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. 

If this position caught your eye, send us your resume! For best consideration, include the job title and source where you found this position in the subject line of your email to careers@harmonscrapmetal.com 

Disclaimer: The sorting and processing of scrap metals involves using permanent magnets and electromagnets, creating magnetic fields, which can interfere with electronic medical devices like cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators. 

Requirements

KEY COMPETENCIES

• 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 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent 
• Knowledge in logistics industry  
• CDL and or cdl knowledge preferred 
• Knowledge of scrap metal recycling industry 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• 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