Dispatcher

US Foods; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

US Foods Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Dispatcher to coordinate driver assignments and ensure reliable distribution service for customers. The role requires attention to detail, communication, and basic computer skills, with a starting hourly pay range of $23-$26.

The position runs Tuesday through Saturday, 3am to 11:30am, and includes working in office and warehouse environments. Prior dispatcher or logistics experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of transportation or logistics experience.
• High school diploma or GED/equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate driver activities and shuttle assignments to resolve service issues and minimize overtime, downtime, and hours of service violations.
• Reassign routes as needed to solve service issues and ensure drivers log in and use the POD scanner.
• Coordinate trailer, tractor, and backhaul assignments to support efficient logistics operations.
• Inspect drivers for proper uniform and PPE compliance.

Skills

Transportation experience

Effective communication

Customer service

Analytical skills

MS Office skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Omnitracs

Proof of Delivery scanner

Job description

SSA Phoenix AZ

Full time

R283393

Join Our Community of Food People!

BASIC PURPOSE

The Dispatcher will coordinate driver assignments and activities to ensure proper distribution service to our customers. Escalate issues whenever there are risks to proper service.

JOIN OUR US FOOD S® TEAM!

Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry?

We are looking for a Dispatcher to relish the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOOD S® family.

The starting pay range is between $23-$26 per hour.

SCHEDULE

• Tuesday - Saturday

• 3am - 11:30am

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate driver activities and shuttle assignments to resolve service issues and minimize overtime, downtime, and hours of service violations. Complete attendance trackers and verify that drivers are using Omnitracs properly.

• Ensure that customer’s needs are being met in a prompt and professional manner and elevate issues (late dispatch, breakdown, other service failures) to managers and sales force. Reassign routes as needed to solve service issues , and ensure that drivers are logging in and utilizing Proof of Delivery scanner.

• Coordinate trailer, tractor, and backhaul assignments to support efficient logistics operations.

• Visually inspect each driver’s appearance to verify that drivers are in proper uniform and have required PPE.

• Notify the manager / supervisor in charge and the safety specialist in the event of a vehicle accident or driver injury.

• Other duties as assigned by manager.

SUPERVISION

• N/A

RELATIONSHIPS

• Internal: Drivers, transportation managers and supervisors, sales

• External: Customers

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work will take place both at a desk in an office environment and in normal warehouse environments including cooler and freezer areas where temperatures may be as low as -5 degrees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Related Experience/Requirements:

• Minimum one year of transportation or logistics experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Effective communication both verbally and in writing.

• Excellent telephone and customer service ability.

• Math, analytical, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.

• Basic computer skills with a good knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.

• Problem solving and critical thinking abilities to solve problems of limited scope.

• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to support others in the department and division.

Education

• High school diploma or GED/equivalent required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior dispatcher experience preferred.

• Knowledge of DOT Hours of Service Regulations and driver logs.

• Knowledge of our geographic delivery area.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time:

OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:

FREQUENCY:

STAND OCCASIONALY

WALK OCCASIONALY

DRIVE VEHICLE OCCASIONALLY

SIT FREQUENTLY

LIFT

1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY

11-20 lbs (Light) OCCASIONALLY

21-50 lbs (Medium) OCCASIONALLY

51-100 lbs (Heavy) OCCASIONALLY

Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) N/A

CARRY

1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY

11-20 lbs (Light) OCCASIONALLY

21-50 lbs (Medium) OCCASIONALLY

51-100 lbs (Heavy) N/A

Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) N/A

PUSH/PULL*1 OCCASIONALLY

CLIMB/BALANCE*2 OCCASIONALLY

STOOP/SQUAT OCCASIONALLY

BEND OCCASIONALLY

REACH ABOVE SHOULDER FREQUENTLY

TWIST OCCASIONALLY

GRASP OBJECTS*3 OCCASIONALLY

MANIPULATE OBJECTS*4 OCCASIONALLY

MANUAL DEXTERITY*5 FREQUENTLY

1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift)

2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs)

3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel)

4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)

5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)

As applicable, this role may also receive overtime compensation.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html .

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between

$18 - $28

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US Foods is one of America’s great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. US Foods is headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue. Visit www.usfoods.com to learn more.

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