Feed & Commodities Dispatcher

Western Milling; United States; On-site; USD 71,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K with company match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Western Milling is seeking a Dispatcher to support daily operations for a feed & grain trucking fleet. The role focuses on driver communication, load scheduling, and route coordination in a fast-paced environment.

Experience in trucking, logistics, or agricultural operations is highly preferred. Responsibilities include coordinating driver schedules, maintaining driver communications, and ensuring trip records are accurately entered into the Transportation Management System.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a dispatcher or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the schedule of truck drivers to ensure shipments are picked up and delivered on time.
• Maintain communication with drivers throughout their shift and relay information to sales and operations.
• Ensure accurate trip records in the Transportation Management System.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Address customer concerns or questions related to shipments and resolve issues promptly.
• Work with Truck Shop to keep trucks up to date with inspections and maintenance.
• Evaluate and improve logistics processes to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Monitor fleet movements using software and systems for better planning.
• Collaborate with internal and external customers to meet transportation needs.
• Manage a high volume of calls and emails with timely responses.
• May include weekend or additional shift work.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Driver communication

Load scheduling

Route coordination

Trucking knowledge

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Dispatcher to support daily operations for a feed & grain trucking fleet. This role focuses on driver communication, load scheduling and route coordination in a fast-paced environment. Experience in trucking, logistics, or agricultural operations is highly preferred.

BENEFITS include:

Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision Plan401K w/ company MatchLife, Disability, and Supplemental insurancesPaid time off, monthly employee appreciation events, and much more!

Base pay range for this position is between $71,000-$77,000/year. In addition to the base salary range presented, this position will be incentive-eligible with a target of 10%.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating the schedule of truck drivers to ensure shipments are picked up and delivered in a timely manner.


• Maintaining communication with drivers throughout their shift to monitor progress and troubleshoot problems, and relaying information to the sales team and operations.


• Ensure accurate trip records are recorded in the Transportation Management System.


• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.


• Addressing customer concerns or questions related to shipment and resolving any issues or complaints in a timely and professional manner.


• Work with Truck Shop to ensure all trucks are up to date with any inspections, maintenance, and/or repairs.


• Continuously evaluate and improve logistics processes to increase efficiency and productivity.


• Participates in analysis and review of operating performance.


• Monitor and track fleet movements using software and systems for better planning.


• Collaborate with internal and external customers to meet their specific transportation needs.


• Manage a high volume of phone calls and emails throughout the day with proper and timely responses as needed.


• Able to participate in periodic work schedules that can include weekend or traditional shift work.


• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED


• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a dispatcher or similar role

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively.


• Excellent organizational and time management skills.


• Must be detail oriented with a focus on accuracy and problem solving.


• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment and handle stressful situations.


• Ability to use discretion and handle sensitive/confidential information.


• Must have the ability to get along with co-workers, management personnel, customers, vendors and employees in accordance with company policy.


• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Physical Requirments

• Frequently required to: sit for prolonged periods of time, reach for/manipulate standard office equipment, communicate with various staff and/or reach for and manipulate objects.

Environment

• Regularly exposed to dusty and noisy conditions.


• Occasionally exposed to outdoor/uncontrolled weather conditions

Note: Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of this position at any time.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements, which may change from time to time based on business needs. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Compensation Min

USD $71,000.00/Yr.

Compensation Max

USD $77,000.00/Yr.