Scheduling Coordinator

About Us:

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our " family by choice " ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers. In addition, the company's construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.

Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.

Job Summary:

The Scheduling Coordinator will play a critical role in scheduling and dispatching trucks to construction projects for conveyance of materials. Duties include using the XBE construction platform, telephone, and computer to transmit assignments as well as reconciling time for proper payment to truckers . Additional duties include compiling statistical data and reports on work progress, long range scheduling for the business unit, and external sales customer scheduling to optimize plant efficiency.

Essential Functions:

1. Safety always wins. Prioritize safety above all else when scheduling and assigning people, trucks and equipment to appropriate locations, optimize delivery routes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness while maintaining a strong commitment to safety.
2. Respect and engage. Serve as the primary point of contact between customers, drivers, and internal/external stakeholders, upholding the value of integrity in all communications. Communicate changes, and updates promptly and professionally to ensure positive customer experience.
3. Ownership and caring. Provide exceptional customer service experiences and interactions with subcontractors, internal teams, and outside customers even in challenging or stressful situations.
4. Focused. Able to accept multiple inputs of information related to orders and deliveries and problem solve quickly, efficiently and in compliance with industry regulations. Identify bottlenecks, adjust scheduling or dispatching requirements, ensuring a smooth and effective workflow.
5. Dedication. Ensure that trucking deliveries meet quality standards and specifications, with a strong focus on safety in the production process. Conduct regular checks to verify the quality of scheduled deliveries, addressing any discrepancies promptly.
6. Protect family and friends. Promote and enforce safety protocols across all scheduling and dispatching activities, fostering a culture that prioritizes the well-being of all team members and stakeholders.
7. Communicate. Provide regular and transparent updates to management regarding operational efficiency, safety measures, and customer satisfaction. Maintain open lines of communication with all relevant parties, ensuring clarity in all aspects of scheduling and dispatching.
8. Compulsive tinkering. Continually improve procedures and processes to maximize efficiency and take advantage of technology. Encourage an inclusive and supportive work environment that promotes effective collaboration for successful project outcomes.

Requirements, Education and Experience:

1. 3-5 years construction experience preferred.

2. Knowledge of construction operations and specifications.

3. Analytical and problem-solving skills.

4. Proficient verbal and written English

5. Proficient computer skills.

6. Excellent organizational, time management, and decision-making skills.

7. Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Travel:

Position may require up to 5% travel by personal vehicle to offices in Western Mass and Conn based on the needs of the business.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

This job operates in an office and professional environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers. On occasion the job will require going out in the field and various organizations and schools/institutions. This is mostly sedentary outside of travel in an office space. This would require the ability to sit at a desk, frequent walking, bending, or standing as necessary.

Values:

At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth, and we believe will pave the way for future success.

Peckham Industries, Inc. (PII) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, if you have a disability and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Peckham, please contact .

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