Ag Operations/Dispatch

Coop Shared Services, LLC•American Falls, ID

About The Position

The position of Operations / Dispatch is of great significance to Valley Agronomics. A person in this position is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of the facility while also developing and supporting relationships with the location’s customer base. A person in this position will assist in directing, promoting and coordinating operations in a manner that will optimize the safety program, efficiency, customer service, mission, and goals of the company. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent
Working knowledge of tractor trailer trucks and liquid, curtain van, hopper bottom and pneumatic trailers
Knowledge of Federal and State Laws (Oregon & Washington) pertaining to trucking and hazardous material distribution
Two years of recent dispatching and/or driver supervision experience
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
Skill in observing situations analytically and objectively and relaying details accurately
Promote and support a culture focused on safety.
Knowledge of computer systems operations and associated software
Maintains positive behaviors, approaches, attitudes and commitments to interpersonal service in regard to customers, visitors and coworkers.
Must exhibit a professional and positive image.

Responsibilities

Schedule drivers and assign routes to maximize efficiency, productivity and customer service.
Work closely with common carrier vendors to coordinate freight movements during peak season.
Communicate tactfully and motivate employees.
Ensure efficient use of manpower and equipment.
Proactively communicate with customers, sales and location managers to determine transportation needs.
Organize and prioritize loads depending on customer needs and resource availability.
Enter assignment data in computer database, and notify drivers of assigned work.
Document, organize and track equipment maintenance needs and schedule equipment as for repair required
Ensure complete compliance with D.O.T. regulations.
Work closely with the location managers, sales staff, and common carrier partners.
Effectively communicate customer service and operational issues with the Location Manager in a timely manner
Documents actions by completing forms, documents and required or assigned reports.
Back-up driver as needed and/or assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.