What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispatch position at MILL CREEK LUMBER & SUPPLY CO?
Under general supervision coordinates components and merchandise for delivery or pickup, schedules and assigns deliveries, and maintains records related to delivery and customer receipt.
- Assigns drivers and vehicles to convey customer orders according to desired or anticipated delivery schedule.
- Confers with customers and/or sales staff to determine desired delivery times.
- Creates daily/weekly schedule to assist drivers and warehouse staff in planning their work activities.
- Invoices all orders shipped in accordance with what is requested.
- Coordinates flow of orders to be produced.
- Responsible for checking loads to ensure accuracy and proper load securement.
- Responsible for assisting dock personnel in the checking in of returned goods properly and accurately.
- Assists dock personnel with pulling & loading material as needed.
- Responds to customers and/or sales staff complaints/concerns regarding deliveries.
- Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers.
- Attends periodic safety meetings as required. May recommend changes to improve safety procedures.
- Other duties may be assigned.
- High School diploma or GED.
- Good computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to organize multiple activities for self and others and coordinate completion of tasks.
- Ability to lift, carry push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 100 pounds.
- Ability to maintain favorable relations with co-workers and customers.
Salary : $55,000 - $60,000