Logistics Director jobs in Danbury, CT

JOB SUMMARY

The Logistics Coordinator position is part of the Operations Team and will work under direct supervision of Business Manager. This position serves as the dispatcher and coordinator of equipment and personnel to the field to ensure the highest level of quality service to employees, vendors and clients. The Logistics Coordinator must be familiar with, adhere to and maintain strict compliance with corporate/office policies and procedures, established health & safety protocols, and all applicable local, state and federal regulations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Responsibilities include:

• Serve as the primary driver of the Resource Center logistics coordination by maintaining a master schedule of personnel and equipment utilization and making deployment decisions daily including ensuring daily equipment tracking and utilization
• Responsible for prioritizing client projects and associated tasks by minimizing subcontracting costs with effective utilization of resources
• Responsible for scheduling of new orders as well as adapting to changes on preexisting projects on an ongoing basis
• Remain in active contact with field personnel throughout the day to assure clients’ expectations are exceeded
• Follow up with vendors and service providers throughout project execution and close-out
• Perform related duties as needed to support an effective and smooth operation in the field
• Provide guidance and support to field employees by effectively communicating and enforcing company policies and procedures
• Maintain up to date knowledge on all applicable local, state and federal regulations

Secondary Responsibilities Include:

• Communicate and coordinate incoming loads with Yard supervisor
• Maintain current Standard Operating Procedures for job sites
• Prepare and distribute work orders and manifests to appropriate staff
• Participate in daily safety huddles
• Coordinate the onboarding of drivers and field staff
• Coordinate driver credentialing
• Approve payroll weekly
• Review, approve and coordinate requests for time off for drivers and field staff
• Coordinate driver and field staff physicals
• Ensure drivers and field staff are current on their required training
• Ensure the fleet is operating in accordance with all local, state and federal regulations
• Coordinate equipment rentals
• Coordinate fleet maintenance and repairs with maintenance department
• Complete annual performance review of drivers and field staff
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED (equivalent reading, writing and reasoning skills); Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• At least (4) years of environmental industry work experience with a minimum of (1) year at the Supervisor level preferred
• Strong communication (both written and verbal), analytical and persuasive skills and ability to interact effectively with all levels of clients, employees and management
• Must be multi-task oriented and have strong supervisory, time management, organizational and problem-solving skills
• General working knowledge of OSHA 1910, 1915 and 1926 standards, DOT standards and other applicable federal, state and local standards
• General understanding of equipment capabilities and requirements of different types of jobs
• Ability to work in a wide range of environments including those involving hazardous conditions which may require lifting of exerting force exceeding 50 lbs.
• Must have appropriate licenses, in good standing and meet applicable MER and DOT driving requirements to operate company vehicles and equipment (documentation is required)
• Ability to work in excess of regularly scheduled hours when necessary
• Ability to travel overnight as required by business needs
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background and substance abuse screening process including, but not limited to, employment verifications, criminal search, Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) search as well as continued verifications throughout employment to ensure that all records meet company policy standards.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Company Match
• PTO
• Paid Holidays

Moran Environmental Recovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.