Night Dispatcher

Smart Foodservice Stores; Zebulon (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Foodservice Stores in Zebulon, NC is seeking a Dispatcher to coordinate driver assignments and ensure timely service. The role requires one year of logistics experience, DOT Hours of Service knowledge, and strong communication skills. Work will involve night shifts, desk work, and warehouse environment with PPE compliance.

Responsibilities include monitoring Omnitracs, reassigning routes when needed, and coordinating equipment like trailers and backhauls. A HS diploma is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of transportation or logistics experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of DOT Hours of Service regulations.
• Knowledge of geographic delivery area.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate driver activities and shuttle assignments to resolve service issues.
• Verify drivers use Omnitracs and track attendance.
• Escalate late dispatches and service failures to managers.
• Reassign routes to solve issues and ensure drivers log POD.
• Coordinate trailer, tractor, and backhaul assignments.
• Inspect drivers' appearance and PPE compliance.
• Notify supervisor and safety in case of vehicle accidents or injuries.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Math & analytics

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Omnitracs

Proof of Delivery scanner

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

Outlook

Job description

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.

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 8:00pm - 4:00am

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 escape 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

• STAND OCCASIONALLY
• WALK OCCASIONALLY
• 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
• KNEEL 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)

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

***EOE - Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/ Age/Genetic Information /Protected Veteran/Disability Status***