Transportation Dispatcher (3rd Shift)

Shift: Mon-Fri 1:00AM-9:30AM

As a Transportation Dispatcher, you will communicate directly with company drivers in order to better service our transportation, sales departments and customers.

Join the Honor Foods Team!

• Excellent medical, dental & vision insurance
• Autism Services covered
• 401K company match 100% up to 6% Fully vested after two years
• Free College Degree Program through Arizona State University for Team Members and Discounted Tuition for Family Members
• Company paid 35K life insurance, disability, appreciation events & much more!
• Bonus eligible(terms and conditions apply)

You'll be Responsible for:

• Maintain daily log of drivers and Dispatch System, and has continued contact with drivers including recording arrival/departure times at customers, lunch breaks, and route completions.
• Communicates with Inside Sales throughout the day for updates on late routes, truck delays and breakdowns, etc.
• Communicate estimated delivery dates/times to customers
• Assign loads - set up next day's dispatch sheet
• Monitor progress of drivers and assess the need for assistance or identify other possible route concerns to ensure timely completion of routes.
• Assigns haul backs when necessary.
• Receives, routes, and analyzes information for the department.
• Organizes necessary paperwork for drivers.
• Schedule drivers to balance payroll and DOT available hours; Arrange alternate when drivers are absent
• Ensure drivers receive all necessary paperwork including invoices, manifests, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Must-Have Qualifications:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required
• Must be flexible and willing to work overtime when needed
• 2-4 years previous related experience
• Ability to deal with problems involving multiple variables in changing pressure-filled situations
• Excellent mathematical and reading skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work well with both internal and external customers.
• Proficient in WMS and Office
• Previously demonstrated proficiency with routing/logistics software
• Strong organizational skills.