Truck Logistics Coordinator - Big River Resources

Aledo, IL

About the Job

Big River Resources is looking to add a Truck Logistics Coordinator to the team at our Aledo facility. The Truck Logistics Coordinator is responsible for managing and maintaining the efficient operation of a fleet of trucks, ensuring compliance with company policies, government regulations, and industry standards. Big River Resources provides employees with excellent benefits, growth opportunities and a family oriented atmosphere. If you want to work on a great team, have a positive outlook and are eager to learn, keep reading!

Big River Resources offers a clean, safe and competitive employment opportunity. Big River also offers a competitive benefit package that includes low deductible and low premium health insurance, PTO available on day 1, discretionary annual cash incentives and profit sharing, company paid family dental coverage, and much more!

This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate maintenance schedules, driver assignments, and route planning to maximize productivity and minimize downtime to drive the execution of the Company's business goals.

This position will be challenging and gratifying, while working alongside an excellent team. If this sounds like a team you would like to join, make sure to apply today using our quick application!

Essential skills and experience

High degree of integrity and trustworthiness
Proven solid work ethic and ability to work independently while still working effectively within a team
Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
Excellent communication skills required
Excellent customer service skills required
Excellent computer skills required
Familiarity with DOT regulations and compliance requirements
Understanding of truck maintenance schedules, repair procedures, and safety inspection protocols
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Conflict resolution skills to handle disputes or concerns
Commitment to company values

Reporting to this position: Truck Drivers

Position Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the company's truck fleet, ensuring all vehicles are in good working condition and ready to use.
Assign and schedule drivers based on availability, qualifications, and workload requirements.
Serve as the main point of contact for drivers, addressing concerns or issues promptly.
Ensure drivers comply with company policies and DOT regulations.
Manage truck schedules to meet customer expectations and deadlines.
Ensure all vehicles meet safety standards and are compliant with local, state, and federal regulations.
Monitor and enforce driver safety protocols, including regular training and updates.
Investigate accidents and coordinate necessary follow-up actions.
Manages, communicates, coordinate purchases, logistics and truck freight positions.
Participate in regular conference calls and communicate relevant plant information regarding logistics.
Coordinate routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs to minimize disruptions to operations
Coordinator of truck grain quality between Scale Operator and Grain Operations Team.
Support scale operations.
Directing trucks to locations with detailed directions to assist with customer service.
Execute logistics plan to move grain to reach destinations of schedule.
Maintain CDL to support truck fleet operations as needed.
Handle disputes or concerns from drivers, customers, and/or other stakeholders diplomatically.
Clear and effectively communicate with drivers, mechanics, vendors, and management to address concerns and provide updates.
Coordinate all communications with third party trucking companies.
Keep track of sales contract balances to ensure obligations are met within expectations.
As a representative of the company, project an image which exemplifies the high standards necessary to accomplish the goals of the company.
Other duties as assigned.

Source : Big River Resources