Dispatcher Job
General Purpose : The dispatcher is responsible for scheduling drivers to cover all farm pickup routes and scheduled deliveries.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Direct the daily distribution of raw milk loads to cover orders, maintain customer schedules and monitor for changes
- Contact drivers with daily delivery schedules
- Serve as contact for all customer changes and distressed loads
- Monitor milk movements to assure all producers remain qualified during qualifying months and between federal orders. Maximize diversions and transportation credits where applicable
- Monitor secondary freight costs and work to minimize those costs when scheduling deliveries. Coordinate dispatching and maintain records of all loadouts
- Communicate customer issues to Field Manager. Communicate driver issues to Lead Dispatcher and Location Manager
- Be part of on-call rotation including periodic evenings, weekends and some holidays
Pay and Benefits : - Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k Employer Match
- Generous vacation
- We are proud to offer access to your wages on-demand, no need to wait for pay day!
- And more...
Requirements :
Education and Experience :
One or more years of experience in dairy industry preferredHigh School diplomaKnowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Excellent telephone, problem-solving, and people skillsGood attention to detail and ability to multi-taskGood computer skills including MS Office software (Excel, Word)Experience with SAP business software a plusAbility to switch between tasks frequentlyAnswer general questions and direct callers to appropriate peopleFriendly and polite voice and demeanorAbility to operate in a team environment by communicating effectivelyModerate level of mechanical aptitudeValid driver's license with no significant violations or restrictionsMust be able to read, write and speak EnglishAn Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled / Veterans
Pay Range $25-$28 / Hour