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$24/hr–$30/hr
Full-time
high school, associate degree
Posted 16d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Dispatcher coordinates transportation activities to ensure the efficient movement of materials and finished goods. They serve as the primary link between drivers, warehouse teams, and customers while ensuring compliance with DOT regulations.
Requirements
A high school diploma and at least 2 years of experience in dispatching or logistics are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, is essential.
Full job description
Overview:
The Dispatcher is responsible for coordinating and scheduling transportation activities to ensure the timely and efficient movement of materials, finished goods, and deliveries. This role serves as the primary communication link between drivers, warehouse personnel, production teams, carriers, and customers while maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with company policies and transportation regulations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Strong communication, problem-solving, and scheduling skills are essential for success in this role.
Schedule: This position may require up to six (6) days of work per week based on business needs and operational demands.
Key Responsibilities:
Transportation Scheduling & Coordination
Schedule and dispatch drivers, carriers, and transportation resources to meet customer and operational requirements.
Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments to ensure on-time delivery and pickup.
Monitor transportation schedules and proactively address delays, route changes, or service disruptions.
Communicate daily transportation schedules to drivers, warehouse teams, and leadership.
Ensure efficient utilization of company vehicles, trailers, and transportation resources.
Driver Communication & Support
Serve as the primary point of contact for drivers during assigned shifts.
Maintain ongoing communication regarding routes, delivery schedules, traffic conditions, weather impacts, and customer requirements.
Provide support and direction to drivers to ensure timely and safe operations.
Respond to transportation emergencies and assist with problem resolution.
Logistics & Shipment Tracking
Monitor shipment status and provide updates to internal stakeholders.
Track delivery performance and maintain transportation records.
Verify shipping documentation, bills of lading, delivery receipts, and transportation paperwork.
Coordinate with warehouse and production teams to ensure product readiness and shipment accuracy.
Investigate and resolve transportation discrepancies, delivery issues, and customer concerns.
Compliance & Documentation
Maintain accurate transportation logs, dispatch records, and scheduling reports.
Ensure compliance with DOT regulations, company policies, and safety requirements.
Support driver qualification and documentation processes as required.
Assist with audits and transportation reporting activities.
Maintain confidentiality of company and customer information.
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve transportation efficiency and reduce costs.
Analyze route performance, driver utilization, and scheduling effectiveness.
Participate in transportation and supply chain improvement initiatives.
Support cross-functional collaboration between transportation, warehouse, production, and customer service teams.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in dispatching, transportation, logistics, warehouse operations, customer service, or a related field.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to problem-solve and make sound decisions under pressure.
Ability to communicate professionally with drivers, carriers, customers, and internal departments.
Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
Previous experience in food manufacturing, transportation, distribution, or warehouse operations.
Experience utilizing Transportation Management Systems (TMS), ERP systems, GPS tracking platforms, or dispatch software.
Knowledge of DOT regulations, Hours of Service (HOS), and transportation compliance requirements.
Experience coordinating inbound and outbound freight, route planning, and load scheduling.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills preferred.
Related keywords
Transportation Management SystemsTMSERP SystemsGPS TrackingDOT RegulationsHours of ServiceHOSBills of LadingSupply ChainFreight CoordinationManufacturingLogisticsDispatch SoftwareRoute PerformanceDriver Utilization
Your better-for-you partner in great-tasting frozen foods.
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
2015
Headquarters
Manteno, IL
LinkedIn followers
3,620
Urban Farmer is a leading manufacturer of better-for-you frozen foods and plant-based pizzas. We transform dough with vegetables to make gluten-free, plant based, quality products like pizzas, breadsticks and more. We partner for private labels, co-manufacturing, and foodservice solutions. Our Urban Farmer retail brand is also sold in US grocery stores.
We have a USDA-certified, state-of-the-art (and gluten-free certified) facility that has the capacity to handle a wide variety of orders, whether they be for manufacturers, or for retailers like local or chain pizzerias.
- Retail Frozen Pizza - Gluten Free & Handmade
- Co-Manufacturing
- Innovation Lab
- Private Label Solutions
- USDA Certified
- Gluten-Free Certification from GFCO
- Third-Party Audited
- Packaging and Cold Storage Facility
- Centralized US Location
Offices: 1551 N Boudreau Rd, Manteno, IL 60950, US · 655 Mulberry St, Manteno, Illinois 60950, US
Frozen PizzaPizzaPizza CrustFood ManufacturingFood & BeverageGluten-FreeBetter For You FoodsCo-ManufacturingFood InnovationPizza Innovation
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