Assistant, Transportation

Assistant, Transportation

Take your career further with McLane! The McLane team is the driving force behind our success. A diverse group of professionals, from Sales and IT to Dispatchers and Mechanics, work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. Their dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit are essential to achieving our goals and supporting other teams within the organization. As a member of our team, you'll have the chance to learn from industry leaders, develop your skills, and build lasting connections with colleagues nationwide. The Transportation Assistant performs administrative duties related to the transportation operations and ensures the department has the necessary materials and equipment. This position also functions as a backup for driver payroll.

Benefits you can count on:

• Pay rate: $15.45 minimum (more based on experience)
• Generous benefits that start on your 60th day: medical, dental, and 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 Transportation Assistant:

• Works in administrative capacity within the transportation department.
• Answers phone, distributes driver pouches, and works with team to ensure all routes are ready for drivers throughout the day.
• Organizes the delivery documentation that is returned by the drivers after each delivery.
• Sorts, files, and scans applicable documentation.
• Supports transportation team with various administrative duties including a backup for driver payroll.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications you'll bring as a Transportation Assistant:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of similar work experience required.
• Experience with Microsoft products.
• Understanding of geography and logistics.
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role.

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