Dispatcher/Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

GardenCore is seeking a Dispatcher/Administrative Assistant to perform a wide variety functions including, but not limited to, the following: weighing and ticketing inbound/outbound trucks, preparing shipping documents, accepting payment, basic typing and word processing, answering calls, customer relations, assisting with dispatch, etc.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate deliveries with company drivers and external trucking partners to ensure timely, accurate shipments.
• A Scale Operator is required for operating the weigh scales and maintaining the shipping, receiving, and related production records
• Review for accuracy and process receiving of Raw Material
• Prepare delivery tickets and related shipping documents
• Check and review all orders assigned before they are shipped against delivery tickets
• Work closely with truck drivers to ensure delivery date/times are accurate, D.O.T. compliance with load weight and secure loads are met
• Plan effective delivery routes and assign drivers for scheduled deliveries
• Work closely with customer service to understand the product availability and logistic issues of specific projects
• The position requires accurate record keeping of each truck entering/leaving the site as well as the weight of all materials entering/leaving the site
• The position uses computers, spreadsheets and databases
• Strong information storage and filing skills are required
• Some work may include analyzing data and making various computations
• Familiarity with scale operation and with shipping is an asset
• The successful candidate will have a proven safety record as well as a history of being a team player
• They must be able to work without direct supervision
• Shift work and overtime will be required
• Answering incoming phone calls
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent experience in related function
• Minimum one to three years of related experience
• Computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Mathematical and communication skills
• May require occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Walking and standing for long periods of time
• Ability to climb flights of stairs throughout the day

Compensation

• The hourly pay range is $20-21/hr
• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holiday

What GardenCore Offers You

• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About GardenCore

GardenCore is a leading U.S. manufacturer of lawn and garden consumables, offering a broad portfolio of mulch, soil, stone, and lime products. The Company has deep, long-standing partnerships with major home improvement retailers and garden centers, and delivers consistent, high-quality execution across large-scale private label and branded programs. The Company has over 1,400 employees and operates 58 manufacturing facilities across the United States.

GardenCore, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

GardenCore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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