About PVS Chemicals, Inc.
PVS enables our world through the safe and reliable delivery of chemistry, either created by us or sourced through trusted partners. The products and services that we provide touch everyone in some unique way. We are passionate about the work we do and abide by our guiding principles, The Nicholson Nine, to be a safe and sustainable chemical provider the world trusts. With a career at PVS, you'll play a vital role in the daily lives of millions of people.
The Dispatcher, PVS Transportation manages scheduling drivers, influencing a strong safety culture, developing and managing reports in Excel, and providing fluent communication between the drivers, customer service and management team.
Responsibilities:
Schedule driver start time, load and delivery times
Partner with drivers to manage and maximize Hours Of Service
Monitor Daily Progress of drivers in all markets
Monitor Daily workflow/XRS and TMW
Print next day BOL’s, review for special instructions and place in corresponding mailboxes
Ensure proper C of A is attached to BOL
Review BOL for special instructions
Distribute dispatched loads to drivers
If late loads occur send email and contact CS group about late load
If changes occur update dispatch sheets with any and all changes
Contact CS about cancelled loads, product pickups and PO’s.
Manage same day loads called in
Be Cross Trained in all markets
Work with Transportation Manager to schedule OOS equipment to be tested
Assist in the documentation of procedures and policies
Run weekly on-time report
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Models and teaches the Nicholson Nine values in all supervisory activities. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the department's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include: Interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or experience:
Solid understanding of the D.O.T. rules and regulations, the driver log book, and possess the ability to read driver logs and point out errors.
Fluent in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Have the ability or experience required to operate in a mainframe and pc environment.
Flexible work schedule
Able to be on call by phone 24/7
Must have experience in scheduling and dispatching trucks and drivers.
1-3 years’ experience in the transportation or logistics field.
Transportation Management System experience is a plus.
Benefits Include
PVS values diversity and is committed to upholding the laws and regulations published by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. As an equal opportunity employer, PVS makes all employment-related decisions based upon qualifications, merit, and business needs.
PVS Chemicals enables our world through the safe and reliable delivery of chemistry, either created by us or sourced from partners.
Family owned since 1945, the PVS team continues to deliver sustainable solutions for the daily lives of our customers, suppliers and communities. We're Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan and we have manufacturing plants and distribution facilities located throughout North America, Europe, and Asia
PVS is recognized for its ability to deliver a diversified chemical product line with solid experience in
manufacturing and sourcing to support daily needs and a sustainable future.
