Dock Controller Jobs in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
Dock Controller
About the role
Description
Join the Armour Team Today!
Position Overview:As a key member of our dock operations team, you will monitor and address safety concerns, read KPI screens, and itemize freight to support daily targets. You'll communicate effectively with Dock Supervisors and staff, assign work as needed, and ensure the right equipment is in place for loading and unloading operations. A core responsibility is ensuring all dedicated LTL delivery and straight trucks are loaded and ready ahead of the early morning cut-off. You will also support Reweigh & Cube goals, conduct Cross Dock Tours as directed, and participate in scheduled meetings and correspondence in a timely manner.
Location:Dartmouth, NS
Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday | 6:00am - 3:00pm
Type: In-office
Responsibilities
Responsible to watch for/address any safety concerns
Ensure KPI screens are read and itemize freight Effective communication with Dock Supervisors and Staff, and able to assign work Ensure proper equipment is utilized for outbound lanes, and facilitate units for loading/unloading Ensure all dedicated LTL deliver & straight trucks are loaded for early am cut-off time Ensure expectations are met to attain Reweigh & Cube goals Conduct formal Cross Dock Tours as directed Attend any planned meetings and respond to correspondence & voice mails within agreed timelines Additional duties as required
What we need from you
A Willingness to Work!Dependability & a Good Attitude are key
Reliable Transportation - MUST be living in the area and able to get to work Previous experience operating Forklift is an asset Ability to use scanners, paperwork where required Ability to work Safely in a fast-paced team environment Attend Training sessions as required, i.e. Dangerous Goods, Forklift Physically demanding, heavy lifting is a requirement Warehouse conditions: possible high noise levels, warm or cold environment (dependent on weather) Safety boots/shoes Clean criminal background
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About Armour Transportation Systems
At Armour, we let our managers manage and ensure they are listening, learning and communicating effectively with our customers and employees, throughout Atlantic Canada and our 26 terminal network. Everything we do is centered on our customer and the business of moving freight. As we add to our services we make sure everything ties together and provides our clients with a complete and fully integrated transportation and logistics package.
Being situated in Atlantic Canada has its advantages. The strong sense of community we've grown up with is fully integrated into our company's culture. What does that mean to our customers? It translates into relationships built on trust and mutual respect and the assurance that we will deliver on the promises over 1,900 members of our team commit to every day.
We are well positioned to act on behalf of our customers and partner carriers serving our region. These combined relationships give us added volume, creating higher efficiencies and service levels for our company. It extends our reach throughout North America and everyone benefits as a result. Our customers, fellow carriers and employees realize the rewards of our philosophy to find win-win opportunities in everything we do.
We're always flexible, and willing to change. Innovation has gone far beyond trucks and warehousing. Our people are innovative and continue to be the driving force of our organization.