Transportation Dispatcher

Dairy Farmers of America•Orlando, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

T.G. Lee Dairy has an immediate job opening for a well-rounded dispatcher for our Orlando Transportation department to perform a wide array of functions including scheduling all outbound shipments for the location and for working with purchasing to fill back hauls for cost-effective transport whenever possible. Determine daily shipping needs for the facility and assemble orders that make up outgoing loads. Additional responsibilities include: Input/maintain accurate data regarding carriers, deliveries, and costs in IT systems and reports. Maximize carrier load weights and volume by coordinating orders with other Dean Facilities. Dispatch approved carriers and confirm load date/time and delivery date/time. Monitor loads for pickup and delivery to customer as agreed Match proof of deliveries and approval of carrier invoices. Validate all charges. Maintain customer proof of delivery/Bills of Lading files. Work with inventory control to optimize warehouse space and minimize costs. Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes. T.G. Lee Dairy is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we’re passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities – come join us! SCHEDULE: Sunday -- OFF Monday -- OFF Tuesday -- OFF Wednesday -- 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM Thursday -- 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM Friday -- 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM Saturday -- 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM BENEFITS: 401(k) or 401(k) with company contribution Competitive pay Paid vacation and holidays Career growth opportunities – we promote from within! Comprehensive healthcare benefits Service recognition and employee rewards Employee referral program Tuition reimbursement Uniforms provided Work for dairy farm families varies by company

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
6 months related experience required.
Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Must be able to sit for virtually the entire shift.
Able to lift up to 10 pounds and assist others when lifting is required.
Must be able to operate a computer, phone and other office equipment.
Work Environment is a typical office setting.
Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays.
Be able to effectively work in a team environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Must be able to pass all preemployment screens (including drug, background and criminal checks).
Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Nice To Haves

Experience within the transportation industry preferred.

Responsibilities

Scheduling all outbound shipments for the location
Working with purchasing to fill back hauls for cost-effective transport whenever possible
Determine daily shipping needs for the facility and assemble orders that make up outgoing loads
Input/maintain accurate data regarding carriers, deliveries, and costs in IT systems and reports
Maximize carrier load weights and volume by coordinating orders with other Dean Facilities
Dispatch approved carriers and confirm load date/time and delivery date/time
Monitor loads for pickup and delivery to customer as agreed
Match proof of deliveries and approval of carrier invoices. Validate all charges
Maintain customer proof of delivery/Bills of Lading files
Work with inventory control to optimize warehouse space and minimize costs
Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes