Job Summary We are seeking a detail‑oriented and experienced Shipping Coordinator to manage domestic and international shipments across over‑the‑road (OTR) trucking, roll‑off containers, rail, barge, and export operations. This role is critical to ensuring timely, compliant, and cost‑effective movement of material while coordinating with drivers, carriers, terminals, yards, and customers. The ideal candidate has strong dispatching experience and thrives in a fast‑paced, operations‑driven environment. Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule shipments via OTR trucking, roll‑off containers, rail, barge, and export containers
• Dispatch and manage OTR carriers and drivers, including load scheduling, routing, and appointment coordination
• Coordinate roll‑off container placement, swaps, and removals with internal fleets or third‑party haulers
• Communicate load details, pickup/delivery instructions, and safety requirements to drivers and carriers
• Prepare and review export documentation, including bills of lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, AES filings, and certificates as required
• Serve as the primary point of contact with OTR carriers, railroads, barge operators, roll‑off haulers, steamship lines, terminals, and freight forwarders
• Track shipments and truck movements; proactively resolve delays, missed appointments, or service issues
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations, U.S. export requirements, carrier rules, and company policies
• Verify freight rates, trucking charges, fuel surcharges, demurrage, detention, and accessorial fees
• Maintain accurate shipment, container, and trucking records
• Support yard flow, loading schedules, inventory movement, and daily operations planning
• Identify opportunities to improve routing efficiency, carrier performance, and logistics costs Required Qualifications
• 2+ years of experience in shipping, logistics, dispatch, or transportation coordination
• Hands‑on experience with OTR trucking, including dispatching and carrier communication
• Experience with roll‑off container logistics, rail, barge, and export shipments
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations and export documentation
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills
• Clear, professional communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple live shipments in a fast‑paced environment
• Must be able to pass background check and drug screening Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in scrap, recycling, commodities, bulk materials, or industrial logistics
• Familiarity with ports, rail ramps, inland terminals, and container yards
• Experience managing carrier relationships and spot freight
• Knowledge of Incoterms and international trade practices What We Offer
• Benefits package including health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k)
• Stable, growing operation with long‑term advancement opportunities
• 40 Hours PTO after 90 days (renews annually on start date) We are GLE Scrap Metal!

A first-generation family owned business that excels due to the hard work and dedication of our staff! Our story began in the year 2000 recycling computers out of the garage at our founders' home. From there our company tree has been able to branch out and grow due to our core beliefs. We believe that our business is a noble one. Daily we are able to help the public, our local community, and other businesses large and small recycle finite resources. In doing so less raw ore needs to be mined and metal stays out of our landfills. Many of our employees have been a part of the team and our success story for years. Their daily drive to help us serve the public, work with our suppliers, and fill the needs of our consumers has been remarkable. This has allowed many to advance in their careers with GLE from entry level to upper management. GLE operates several divisions in order to serve the specialized needs of our industry. We are one of the nation's premier full-service metal recycling firms handling millions and millions of pounds of metal per year. We run multiple facilities in different strategic locations to best serve our industry. This is where you come in! GLE is looking for new team members to help us continue our success story. GLE offers competitive pay, stable hours, benefits, and career advancement opportunities. Come grow with us!

Pay:

$19.00 - $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Dispatching:

2 years (Required) DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person