DISPATCH TRANSPORTATION CLERK

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Maximum Quality Foods Inc

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Posted 4 months ago

Full Time

Linden, New Jersey

In Person

Smart Summary

The Dispatch Transportation Clerk provides administrative support to the Transportation Department by maintaining driver route records and handling communications. This role ensures smooth logistics operations through timely reporting and effective coordination.

We are seeking a Dispatch Transportation Clerk to provide administrative support to the Transportation Department. Key responsibilities include maintaining driver route records, filing reports, handling communications, and ensuring efficient logistics operations. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and 1-3 years of clerical experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong organizational skills.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Dispatch

Transportation Clerk

Driver routes

Transportation reports

Microsoft Office Suite

Roadnet

Data entry

Communication skills

Customer service

High School Diploma

Clerical experience

Administrative experience

Typing

Filing systems

Time management

Job Description

Maximum Quality Foods, Inc.

Job Description

Job Title: Dispatch Transportation Clerk                       FLSA/Grade: Non-Exempt/Hourly            

Reports to: Transportation Manager                             Department: Transportation

Pay Rate: $20.00                                                            Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary:

The Dispatch Transportation Clerk provides essential administrative support to the Transportation Department by maintaining accurate driver route records, filing reports, and handling internal and external communications. This role ensures smooth logistics operations through timely reporting, effective coordination, and the use of tools like Microsoft Office and Roadnet software. Reporting to the Transportation Manager, the Transportation Clerk is a key contributor to the efficiency and compliance of daily transportation activities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate and timely reporting of driver routes.
  • File weekly, monthly, and quarterly transportation reports with precision and organization.
  • Answer incoming telephone calls in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Organize workload to ensure all assigned tasks are completed within established timeframes.
  • Maintain and manage efficient physical and digital filing systems.
  • Generate and interpret reports using Road net software.
  • Perform a variety of administrative tasks to support transportation operations.
  • Communicate effectively with internal departments, senior management, and external customers.

Qualifications

Education:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required

Experience:

  • 1–3 years of clerical or administrative experience preferred


Skills & Competencies

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

  • Strong organizational and time management skills

  • Accurate typing and data entry

  • Excellent verbal and written communication

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

  • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills

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Maximum Quality Foods Inc

Maximum Quality Foods is a leading independent foodservice distributor, centrally located in Linden, NJ. As a MQF customer, you can expect the highest quality food products, outstanding customer service, and competitive pricing. We aim for total customer satisfaction…that’s our family’s promise to you! Maximum Quality currently stocks over 8,000 food, paper & poultry items, as well as dairy, fresh produce and a wide variety of fresh meats. We’ve also has become one of the largest poultry distributors in the region carrying brands such as Pilgrim’s Pride, Mountaire, Harvestland, Perdue, and Magic Chicken. Maximum Quality’s continued growth has come from growing our business one customer at a time. We have a firm belief that Customer Service, Product Quality and Value are the keys to our continued success. We would welcome the opportunity to become your foodservice provider and hope that you find that Maximum Quality Foods to be your total distribution solution!

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