Dispatch Supervisor

Well established and growing company is looking for a Dispatch Supervisorfor its East Dundee facility.

Qualified candidates will have strong communication skills both written and verbal and be able to manage and consider a number of variables. Must be able to maximize productivity and ensure prompt, courteous and efficient service to all customers.

Hours are Monday-Thursday from 6pm to 4am and Sunday's from 12pm to 4pm off Friday and Saturday.

Responsibilities:

• Clearly understand all federal, state and safety regulations as well as equipment requirements to assure safe, compliant and successful deliveries.
• Assign vehicles, dispatch all routes and drivers while on duty insuring maximum efficiency of staff and equipment.
• Coordinate all scheduled deliveries and pickups through communication with drivers, responding to potential delays and adjusting as needed.
• Communicate with staff in multiple departments including but not limited to Sales and purchasing relaying information regarding timeliness of deliveries and pickups.
• Audit and authorize all pre and post trip inspection reports while on duty.
• Supervise all loading of product assuring accuracy and proper care for product.
• Provide reports as required including but not limited to, daily dispatch log and repair log.
• Move box trucks between buildings to transport animals to loading area.
• Coordinate airport pickups and physically make pickups as needed.
• Review dispatch schedule weekly and make written recommendations to improve efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

• Employee is frequently and regularly required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, stoops, kneel or bend. The ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time is required.
• Employee is required to safely and effectively operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to work in a moderately noisy environment.

Benefits:

• Pay starting at $21.00
• Weekly paychecks with option of Direct Deposit
• Average of 44 hours a week
• Medical and 401k benefits available
• Vacation and Holiday pay

About us:

Apet Incorporated is a full-line wholesale distributor of tropical fish, saltwater fish, corals, invertebrates, birds, small animals, and reptiles. We are a group of dedicated professionals that are passionate about the animals entrusted in our care.

Apet considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, national origin, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, military status, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal law. Apet also provides “reasonable accommodations” to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, and any applicable state and local laws

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 44 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Night shift

Experience:

• Dispatching: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person