Dock Worker-Dispatcher

  • Full-time

Company Description

Manitoulin Transport has the most extensive transportation network in North America, making it easy to provide dependable on-time delivery and faster transit times. Sustained by its 65 years experience, Manitoulin developed the transportation knowledge that is relied on and trusted by clients in various industries.

Job Description

  • This is a 60% dock work and 40% dispatcher responsibility

  • Unloads freight from inbound trailers and loads outbound trailers using the handheld scanner as well as staging overflow freight for pickup by linehaul drivers at night as required

  • Distributes freight to local P&D Drivers 

  • Marks materials with identifying information

  • Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed (on handheld device)

  • Counts and weighs items to ensure conformance to the shipper's bill of lading

  • Starts heaters, placards trailers as required

  • Arrange freight in a specified sequence for maximum usage of trailer space

  • Must take an active role in the safety and maintenance of the warehouse by sweeping the floor, properly storing dunnage, etc.

  • Tuesday to Saturday work schedule

  • Work hours Tuesday to Friday are: start at 9 AM, finish at 17:30, or when the outbound trailer loading is completed. Saturday Start time: 6 AM until 14:00 

  • Computer knowledge - will be responsible for end-of-day labels and handling of drivers

  • Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

  • WHIMS/Dangerous Goods Certificate/ Forklift certification ( These items are covered with in-house training programs)

  • Developed problem-solving, critical thinking, decision-making and judgment skills

  • Able to lift 50 lbs, sometimes repetitively

  • Ability to multitask and manage various tasks successfully

  • Ability to operate our internal computer systems and handheld scanning devices

  • Dependable and able to work in a dock environment safely and efficiently while meeting timelines for departures

 

  • Knowledge of the AS400 system would be an asset
  • Willing to train the right applicant
  • Have own personal transportation to and from work with a clean driving record

Additional Information

What do we offer you? 

  • Competitive wages
  • Comprehensive Benefits Program
  • Profit-Sharing Opportunities
  • Fast-paced environments
  • Rewarding Careers
  • Opportunities for Growth and Advancement
  • Ask about our Dock to Driver Program
  • We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this
    position; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will
    be contacted.

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