At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate shipments, track deliveries, and support dispatch operations in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Grand River Personnel, a dynamic logistics company with growth potential.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly wage, potential for permanent position, and supportive work culture.
- Other info: Opportunity for career advancement and commitment to accessibility for all applicants.
- Why this job: Join a team where your organisational skills can shine and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in logistics, strong communication skills, and ability to multitask.
The predicted salary is between 28 - 28 $ per hour.
On behalf of our client a half hour outside of Kitchener, Grand River Personnel is seeking an Operations Support person with experience in transportation logistics and dispatch for a full-time contract opportunity with potential for permanent.
As the Operations Support Coordinator, you will support both production and logistics by helping to coordinate inbound/outbound shipments, track deliveries, organize shipment documents and assist dispatch by working with drivers to weigh deliveries and direct them to load/unload areas. This position is expected to run approximately 3–4 months with the possibility to become permanent and will provide support across freight coordination, dispatch, customer service, and front office operations. Hourly wage range between $25.00 – $28.00/hour, depending on experience!
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in freight coordination, dispatch, logistics, shipping/receiving, or administrative support
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities
- Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment
- Experience with ERP or Transportation Management Systems considered an asset
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with warehouse, yard, and office teams
- Reliable transportation required due to location
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with carriers, suppliers, and customers
- Track deliveries and communicate shipment updates to internal teams and customers
- Assist with freight quotes, rate requests, and transportation coordination
- Support dispatch operations by operating the truck scale and communicating load instructions to yard staff using CB radio
- Serve as the first point of contact for truck drivers, customers, and visitors
- Maintain shipping, receiving, customs, and transportation documentation
- Update ERP/TMS systems with order and shipment status information
- Assist with order entry and general administrative support duties
- Answer incoming calls and direct inquiries appropriately
- Provide operational support across multiple departments as required
This position has the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
Grand River Personnel is committed to promoting accessibility for Ontarians with disabilities and complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and makes accommodations available for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. When an applicant for employment is chosen to participate in an assessment and/or the selection process, reasonable accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.
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Contact Details:
Grand River Personnel Limited Recruitment Team
