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McLane Company, Inc.

Coordinator, Dispatch

McLane Company, Inc., Forest Park, Georgia, United States, 30050

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Overview The

Dispatch Coordinator

position is responsible for driver dispatch operations in the Transportation Department. The McLane team is a diverse group of professionals from Sales and IT to Dispatchers and Mechanics who work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly.

Benefits You Can Count On

Generous benefits that start on your 60th day: medical, dental, vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company‑paid life insurance.

Earn vacation time and sick leave accrual from day one and paid holidays after 90 days.

401(k) profit sharing plan after 90 days.

Additional benefits: pet insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more.

What You’ll Do As a Dispatch Coordinator

Prepare daily records and memos and maintain a filing system for Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.

Complete transportation pouches including route manifests, invoices, special customer notifications, maps and store keys for drivers.

Develop and update driver and helper dispatch schedules daily.

Understand DOT hours of service and ensure driver compliance.

Set up daily tractor/trailer assignments for drivers.

Verify roadworthiness and keep maintenance records for tractors and trailers.

Call customers to inform them of variances in delivery times.

Expedite driver manifests and highlight keys.

Provide timely reports to the immediate supervisor as requested.

Possess very strong interpersonal skills and be able to discuss dispatch issues with Drivers, Customers and Managers.

Meet the position’s physical demands.

Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications You’ll Bring

High school diploma.

Knowledge of mainframe computer software (PeopleSoft) related to record keeping/scheduling for drivers and helpers.

Preferred experience in Windows environment and on Excel, Microsoft Word, and Access or similar programs.

At least 2 years of experience in a similar function (preferred).

Map reading abilities.

Understanding of distribution systems.

Ability to communicate in various methods with different levels.

Mathematical ability for maintaining schedules.

Understanding of dispatch issues and procedures.

Ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job‑related tasks effectively and safely.

Fit the Following? We Want You Here!

Safety‑focused

Reliable

Adaptable

Dedicated

Primary location: United States – Georgia – Forest Park.

Work locations: DC, Atlanta.

Business unit: FS166. Job: Transportation. Schedule: Full‑time. Shift: 1st – Day. Employee status: Regular.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit https://www.mclaneco.com/legal/employment/.

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