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Terminal Coordinator

Magnum Companies
Waterloo, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/27/2025

The Terminal Coordinator manages daily transportation operations at a terminal facility, ensuring efficient and safe logistics processes. This role involves coordinating driver assignments, overseeing freight movement, maintaining compliance with transportation regulations, and supporting operational excellence.


Essential Job Functions:

  • Oversee and coordinate daily terminal operations, including dispatching drivers and managing delivery schedules.
  • Establish relationships with drivers, addressing their needs, interests, and operational concerns.
  • Monitor Transportation Management Systems (TMS) to track shipments, optimize routing, and ensure timely deliveries.
  • Serve as the primary contact for drivers, addressing operational concerns, route changes, and safety issues.
  • Conduct regular safety and compliance meetings to reinforce company policies and regulatory adherence.
  • Support customer service efforts by resolving shipping and delivery issues, maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Maintain accurate records of shipments, driver schedules, and compliance documentation.
  • Ensure proper maintenance and safety of fleet equipment, coordinating repairs as needed.
  • Communicate effectively with upper management regarding operational challenges and process improvements.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.

  • A degree in business, logistics, or a related field is preferred.

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or terminal operations.

  • Knowledge of DOT regulations and industry safety standards.

  • Experience dispatching, routing, and fleet management preferred.

  • A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is a plus.

  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and coach staff.

  • Ability to work collaboratively with drivers, staff, and external partners.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on customer service.

  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

  • Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by state and federal law.

  • Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods continuously.
  • Ability to talk, hear, and see continuously.
  • Ability to lift and/or carry up to 25 lbs.
  • Ability to travel as required.
  • Depending on the job setting, there may be potential exposure to environmental conditions such as noise, temperature variations, or workplace hazards.

Magnum was established in 1978 to provide supply chain network solutions. Magnum comprises five separately incorporated divisions geared towards meeting the specific needs of its customers: Magnum LTD, Magnum LTL, Magnum Dedicated, Magnum Warehousing, and Magnum Logistics. With Corporate headquarters located in Fargo, North Dakota, Magnum services a variety of industries throughout the United States. We are a frontline warehousing and logistics service provider with continued goals to grow and remain competitive in the National economy.

Magnum hauls and delivers a variety of freight for our customers and partner carriers. Some examples may include paper products, household chemicals, alcohol, tobacco, and food-grade items. Magnum is an equal opportunity employer, has a drug-free workplace, and participates in E-Verify. We are veteran-owned and operated!


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Benefits:

This is a full-time position with a complete benefits package available, including:

  • Health Insurance with HSA and FSA Options and Wellness Incentives
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Supplemental Insurance Voluntary Options (Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Accident/Hospital Confinement, Critical Illness/Cancer Insurance)
  • Boot reimbursement ($150)

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM

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