Logistics Dispatcher

We are seeking an experienced, proactive Logistics Dispatcher to join our manufacturing supply chain team. In this role, you will coordinate daily freight movements, direct dedicated and third-party drivers, and solve real-time logistical challenges to ensure raw materials arrive on time and finished goods ship without delay. Operating on our midday-to-evening shift (11:00 AM – 7:00 PM), you will serve as the primary link between plant operations, warehouse docks, and road transit during peak transit and handoff windows. salary: $55,000 - $60,000 per year shift: First work hours: 11 AM - 7 PM education: High School Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Driver Dispatch & Coordination: Assign routes and dispatch company and third-party drivers according to daily plant production and shipping schedules. Dynamic Rerouting: Monitor transit conditions, weather delays, and plant intake capacity; proactively reroute drivers to bypass bottlenecks and hit delivery windows. Real-Time Tracking & Communication: Maintain continuous contact with drivers via ELD/GPS systems, radio, and phone; log check calls, transit times, and delivery confirmations. Cross-Department Alignment: Coordinate with plant warehouse managers, dock leads, and customer service teams to prioritize urgent freight and resolve staging delays. Incident & Delay Escalation: Troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns, transit interruptions, dock delays, or missed time slots with rapid contingency routing. Compliance & Record-Keeping: Ensure driver adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) hours of service (HOS) regulations, complete daily dispatch logs, and report discrepancies in TMS (Transportation Management System). Skills Dispatch (3 years of experience is required) DOT regulations (2 years of experience is preferred) Rerouting drivers (3 years of experience is required) Fleet Coordination (2 years of experience is required) Qualifications Years of experience: 3 years Experience level: Experienced Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. Experience Experienced 3 years Education High School #J-18808-Ljbffr Randstad