Scheduling Coordinator

Job Description

Our client in Saline, MI is looking for a Scheduling Coordinator. This is a contract position.

Our Client conducts testing of vehicles on public roads to gain insights into customer experiences while operating their vehicles. These test vehicles are primarily based in Southeast Michigan but also operate in extreme environments throughout the year. We are seeking someone to support this activity by ensuring that drivers are at their designated locations according to an established schedule and that they are working in a safe environment.

• Create, update, and manage vehicle‑driver shift schedules to achieve test objectives.
• Meet with drivers each day before their shift to identify concerns with their ability to drive safely and support any vehicle schedule changes.
• Monitor weather and road conditions daily. Adjust schedule accordingly.
• Track and report near‑misses from drivers, report trends, and adjust routes to reduce risks.
• Conduct weekly driver safety meeting and trip kick‑off meetings including preparing agenda and making presentation material.
• Review in‑car camera footage and coach drivers to ensure highest levels of safety, manage subscription including invoice and payment.
• Train new drivers including overall process, safe driving practices, component cycles, and how to use Lscreen database / TEAMS for shift data entry.
• Give safety training to new drivers and update material based on near misses on the job.
• Driving instructor for primary license for new drivers.
• Book travel arrangements for drivers when traveling.
• Conduct risk assessments for all routes.
• Maintain routes on ride with gps.
• Manage and track hardware (tablets, smartphones, cameras, memory cards).
• Other administration responsibilities as needed or requested.

• Previous experience as a driver scheduler or dispatch scheduler.
• Valid driver's license.
• Proven record of safe driving.
• Can display and instruct safe driving behavior.
• Can successfully pass Our Client's Middle Class License training.
• Leadership experience or experience with balancing work load of others.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Excellent presentation skills including preparing presentation material.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.

• Envision the Future
• Communicate Honestly and Broadly
• Seek Technology and Business “First”
• Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts
• Free training on all Altair products

Seniority level:
Associate

Employment type:

Contract

Job function:
Administrative

Industry: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing