Transportation Dispatcher
Transportation Dispatcher
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Job Description
ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE
Join Our Community of Food People!
BASIC PURPOSEThe Dispatcher will coordinate driver assignments and activities to ensure proper distribution service to our customers. Escalate issues whenever there are risks to proper service.
Why US FOODS
We are looking for a Dispatcher who relishes the chance to push their potential grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS family.
Schedule: Monday through Friday 12:00 PM 8:30 PM
Starting pay: $24.00 based on experience. Overtime may be required depending on business needs.
BENEFITS START DAY ONE: medical dental vision 401(k) life insurance paid parental leave and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). To review available benefits please click here:
Main Ingredients of the Job
As a US FOODS Dispatcher youll coordinate driver activities to resolve service issues. Youll verify that customer needs are met promptly and professionally while keeping transportation operations efficient and compliant.
Responsibilities include:
Coordinate driver activities and shuttle assignments
Minimize hours of service violations and reduce downtime
Ensure drivers are using Omnitracs and POD scanners correctly
Reassign routes and assign backhauls efficiently
Manage trailer tractor and yard equipment assignments
Notify supervisors and safety specialists in the event of accidents or injuries
Verify PPE and proper uniform compliance for drivers
Communicate with operations and sales regarding service issues
Maintain attendance reports and documentation
Distribute intercompany mail and complete other assigned duties
What You Bring to the Table
Education/Training:
High school diploma or GED required
Experience & Skills:
Minimum one year of transportation or logistics experience
Working knowledge of DOT Hours of Service and driver logs
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook)
Ability to multitask stay organized and work under pressure
Previous dispatcher experience preferred
Familiarity with the geographic delivery area is a plus
Work Environment
Office and warehouse setting including freezer/cooler zones (as low as -5F)
Occasionally required to walk climb stoop kneel push/pull and lift up to 50 lbs.
Frequent sitting occasional standing and manual dexterity for computer use
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***EOERace/Color/Religion/Sex/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education specific skills function geographic location and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between
$17 - $25***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
Employment Type
Full-Time
