Dock Worker-Dispatcher

Manitoulin Transport has the most extensive transportation network in North America, making it easy to provide dependable on-time delivery and faster transit times. Sustained by its 65 years experience, Manitoulin developed the transportation knowledge that is relied on and trusted by clients in various industries.

This is a 60% dock work and 40% dispatcher responsibility

Unloads freight from inbound trailers and loads outbound trailers using the handheld scanner as well as staging overflow freight for pickup by linehaul drivers at night as required

Distributes freight to local P&D Drivers 

Marks materials with identifying information

Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed (on handheld device)

Counts and weighs items to ensure conformance to the shipper's bill of lading

Starts heaters, placards trailers as required

Arrange freight in a specified sequence for maximum usage of trailer space

Must take an active role in the safety and maintenance of the warehouse by sweeping the floor, properly storing dunnage, etc.

Tuesday to Saturday work schedule

Work hours Tuesday to Friday are: start at 9 AM, finish at 17:30, or when the outbound trailer loading is completed. Saturday Start time: 6 AM until 14:00 

Computer knowledge - will be responsible for end-of-day labels and handling of drivers

Other duties may be assigned

WHIMS/Dangerous Goods Certificate/ Forklift certification ( These items are covered with in-house training programs)

Developed problem-solving, critical thinking, decision-making and judgment skills

Able to lift 50 lbs, sometimes repetitively

Ability to multitask and manage various tasks successfully

Ability to operate our internal computer systems and handheld scanning devices

Dependable and able to work in a dock environment safely and efficiently while meeting timelines for departures

Knowledge of the AS400 system would be an asset Willing to train the right applicant Have own personal transportation to and from work with a clean driving record

What do we offer you?  Competitive wages Comprehensive Benefits Program Profit-Sharing Opportunities Fast-paced environments Rewarding Careers Opportunities for Growth and Advancement Ask about our Dock to Driver Program We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this

position; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will

be contacted.