Project Manager

Phillipsburg, NJ

Company Description:

Millis Transfer is a leading dry van transportation carrier headquartered in Black River Falls, Wis.  Founded in 1936, the company has grown into an 800-unit carrier providing timely, safe and professional services nation-wide. Millis Transfer was acquired by publicly traded Heartland Express “HTLD” (ranked 57th largest carrier in the U.S.) in August 2019.  Millis Transfer also supports one of the top CDL-A training schools in the country, Millis Training Institute, with 5 locations in Wisconsin, Texas, Georgia, North Carolina and Ohio.

Job Description:

The Project Manager will be responsible for the coordination and overall management of our new operating location in Phillipsburg, NJ.  The Manager will oversee daily operations, manage a fleet of professional drivers and coordinate directly with shippers and receivers.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the day to day direction of the facility
  • Establish a positive and productive work environment
  • Provide and execute professional load planning
  • Manage driver requests while fulfilling customer expectations
  • Track and report metrics and attend meetings with customer as needed/requested
  • Handle orientation, equipment assignments, assist with payroll and other duties as needed
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Proficient with basic computer skills with the ability to quickly learn new systems
  • Organized and detail-oriented
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Trucking industry experience greatly desired
  • Prior dispatcher or scheduler experience a plus

Benefits:

  • Excellent compensation package
  • Full Health Benefits
  • 401 (k) with Company Match
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation Time
  • Additional optional insurances such as life, STD, LTD, accident and critical illness
  • Access to Work Out Facility

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