Dispatcher

GardenCore; Paola (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holiday

Job summary

GardenCore is seeking a Dispatcher in Paola, KS to coordinate the dispatch function, working with sales, shipping, receiving, customers, and drivers to ensure timely logistics and deliveries.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least 1 year of related experience, and proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook. Typical shifts are 7:00am-3:30pm or 8:00am-4:30pm, 40 hours per week, with benefits including health, life, and retirement programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 year of related experience
• Computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Excellent mathematical and communication skills
• May require lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Endure intermittent climbing, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, pushing and pulling
• Walking and standing for long periods of time

Responsibilities

• Prepare invoices, delivery tickets and related shipping documents
• Plan effective delivery routes and assign drivers for scheduled deliveries
• Work closely with customer service to understand the product availability and logistic issues of specific projects
• Take orders from customers and get their order out on time
• Inspect all shipping department equipment to ensure that they are in working order
• Check and review all orders assigned before they are shipped against delivery tickets
• Coordinate deliveries with company truck drivers and external trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of materials to customers
• Work closely with independent truck drivers to ensure pick-up and delivery times, load weight compliance and secure loads
• Prepare and review loading/unloading, daily shipping reports and delivery logs
• Submit daily invoicing to A/P once deliveries are dispatched
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Skills

Mathematical ability

Excellent communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

GardenCore is seeking a Dispatcher that will be responsible for the dispatch function, coordinating with sales department, shipping, receiving, customer, delivery truck services and the logistics operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare invoices, delivery tickets and related shipping documents
• Plan effective delivery routes and assign drivers for scheduled deliveries
• Work closely with customer service to understand the product availability and logistic issues of specific projects
• Take orders from customers and get their order out on time
• Inspect all shipping department equipment to ensure that they are in working order
• Check and review all orders assigned before they are shipped against delivery tickets
• Coordinate deliveries with company truck drivers and external trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of materials to customers
• Work closely with independent truck drivers to ensure pick-up and delivery times, load weight compliance and secure loads
• Prepare and review loading/unloading, daily shipping reports and delivery logs
• Submit daily invoicing to A/P once deliveries are dispatched
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent or equivalent experience in related function
• At least 1 year of related experience
• Computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Excellent mathematical and communication skills
• May require occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Endure intermittent climbing, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, pushing and pulling
• Walking and standing for long periods of time

Work Hours

• 7:00am- 3:30pm - or - 8:00am - 4:30pm / Monday - Friday
• 40 hours per week / start and stop times may vary depending on production needs

Compensation

• The hourly pay range is $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holiday

What GardenCore Offers You

• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About GardenCore

GardenCore is a leading U.S. manufacturer of lawn and garden consumables, offering a broad portfolio of mulch, soil, stone, and lime products. The Company has deep, long-standing partnerships with major home improvement retailers and garden centers, and delivers consistent, high-quality execution across large-scale private label and branded programs. The Company has over 1,400 employees and operates 58 manufacturing facilities across the United States.

GardenCore, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

GardenCore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.

Salary Description

$19.00 - $21.00 per hour