Transportation Dispatcher

Fully Onsite Position

COMPANY SUMMARY

Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike.

We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions.

Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states.

We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America’s families for over a century.

Our family’s passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer.

As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family.

Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike.

JOB SUMMARY

Primarily responsible for managing the proper and effective loading of all trucks. The Transportation Dispatcher will communicate in conjunction with the Director of Logistics, the Director of Transportation, and the Logistics Account Managers regarding their respective loads to ensure that all trucks are loaded properly and effectively in compliance with all company policies and procedures.

This position communicates with each driver to ensure all orders are loaded correctly, and is responsible for directly communicating any maintenance or repairs issues concerning Pero Transport’s equipment to the Fleet Manager.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Daily coordination of equipment and personnel availability to provide services
• Daily log of Pero Transport’s equipment matching each driver to his / her truck and trailer
• Oversees the loading of trucks and ensures proper load temperature, any necessary bulkheads are in place, and all equipment is running properly to carry out that load.
• Places proper load paperwork in driver’s cab before dispatch.
• Relays nighttime communication from the Director of Logistics, the Director of Transportation, and the Logistics Account Managers to the drivers.
• Ensures fleet is properly filled (i.e. each truck has a qualified driver).
• Collects all Pre-Trip and Post-Trip paperwork from each driver.
• Properly manages all Pre-Trip and Post-Trip inspections of Pero Transport’s equipment

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• Exceptional analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage personnel
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to learn and understand transportation software systems and technologies
• Expertise in transportation equipment and mechanics.
• Knowledge of all DOT, state, and federal requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in various workshops and educational programs to maintain knowledge on all industry regulations and rules.

COMPANY BENEFITS / PERKS

• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and more
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Last updated : 2024-05-22