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Dispatcher - 2nd Shift
GA - Jackson
What if your job had a real impact?
By joining Bonduelle, the world leader in ready-to-use plant-based food, you are deciding to make a positive and sustainable impact on yourself, others and the planet. You will play an active part in our mission: "inspire the transition toward a plant-based diet to contribute to people's well-being and planet health". Bonduelle is a family-run company of 14,600 people which provides over 100 countries with vegetables.
Well established in the United States, our business unit includes 4 production facilities with more than 3,200 associates. We process fresh vegetables, salads and meal solutions with our own brands: Ready Pac Foods®, Bistro®, Ready Snax®, Cool Cuts® and Bonduelle Fresh Picked™.
Join us at Bonduelle to start an adventure where people come first and contribute to a better future through plant-based food!
Job responsibilities
The dispatcher will communicate with customer logistics, shipping, supervisors, jockeys, drivers and other designated personnel on all matters affecting customer service. Dispatchers will also assign drivers routes needing coverage and follow up to ensure timely dispatch. The dispatcher must fully understand the Pending Report and build loads assigned to shift.
Quick question for you - click here
What will you Do:
- Ensure all routes are covered giving drivers sufficient notice for unscheduled or uncovered routes.
- Build loads in JDE for the next shift loading and ensure all paperwork required by shipping is in the proper sequence and the pertinent notes made on the Pick Lists.
- Check the Bill of Lading (BOL) to ensure it matches the Pick List.
- Be certain that the driver has all paperwork for his/her route (BOL, Route Manifest, Miller trip report) and make sure the driver is aware of any special requests.
- Insist that all drivers call in after each stop and when any problems arise on the route.
- If there are any shorts or damages and/or if the driver is running late for his appointment, this needs to be reported to CL as soon we are aware of the situation.
- Upon a driver’s return check for the following:
- Signed copies of all POD’s. Make sure all variances are noted.
- Completed trip report.
- DOT log.
- DVIR - notify the proper parties if there are any safety issues needing repair.
- Returned goods disposition form completed for any returned product.
- Keep the dispatch board current.
- Secure write-ups from drivers for any accidents.
- Keep up to date directions for all of our delivered customers.
- Keep all tracking sheets current (Transportation Update). Call drivers and carriers as needed to get all times required.
- Food Quality and Safety
- Provide drivers with a seal for each customer and for the first stop record the seal number on the customer’s BOL.
- Instruct all outside carriers to set their reefer at 34° continuous run.
- For any product returned, instruct the driver to keep the reefer running until product is unloaded.
- Any other duties assigned by management.
Join Bonduelle on an incredible and exciting journey to have a positive impact on others and the planet!
Desired qualifications:
What you will Need:
- GED/High School Diploma preferred.
- 2+ years experience in transportation function. Quick question for you - click here
- Reading, writing, speaking English preferred.
- Excellent computer skills (MS Word/Excel).
- Knowledge of GMP's & Safety Guidelines.
- Good communication and customer service/telephone skills.
- Ability to work in a cold environment (limited exposure).
- Ability to work flexible schedule, in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to be crossed trained and multitask in multiple positions.
- Ability to maintain a positive and professional relationship with co-workers and outside vendors.
Desired Traits:
- Excellence - ability to deliver consistent quality results through sense of urgency and taking initiative, while also demonstrating flexibility to meet business needs.
- People-minded - ability to foster mutual respect and positive relationships with co-workers, demonstrates listening skills and ensures physical safety of self and others.
- Integrity - honors commitments, acts honestly and with accountability.
- Fairness - ensures objectivity and sets a good example for others.
What if your job had a real impact?
By joining Bonduelle, the world leader in ready-to-use plant-based food, you are deciding to make a positive and sustainable impact on yourself, others and the planet. You will play an active part in our mission: "inspire the transition toward a plant-based diet to contribute to people's well-being and planet health". Bonduelle is a family-run company of 14,600 people which provides over 100 countries with vegetables.
Well established in the United States, our business unit includes 4 production facilities with more than 3,200 associates. We process fresh vegetables, salads and meal solutions with our own brands: Ready Pac Foods®, Bistro®, Ready Snax®, Cool Cuts® and Bonduelle Fresh Picked™.
Join us at Bonduelle to start an adventure where people come first and contribute to a better future through plant-based food!
Job responsibilities
The dispatcher will communicate with customer logistics, shipping, supervisors, jockeys, drivers and other designated personnel on all matters affecting customer service. Dispatchers will also assign drivers routes needing coverage and follow up to ensure timely dispatch. The dispatcher must fully understand the Pending Report and build loads assigned to shift.
Quick question for you - click here
What will you Do:
- Ensure all routes are covered giving drivers sufficient notice for unscheduled or uncovered routes.
- Build loads in JDE for the next shift loading and ensure all paperwork required by shipping is in the proper sequence and the pertinent notes made on the Pick Lists.
- Check the Bill of Lading (BOL) to ensure it matches the Pick List.
- Be certain that the driver has all paperwork for his/her route (BOL, Route Manifest, Miller trip report) and make sure the driver is aware of any special requests.
- Insist that all drivers call in after each stop and when any problems arise on the route.
- If there are any shorts or damages and/or if the driver is running late for his appointment, this needs to be reported to CL as soon we are aware of the situation.
- Upon a driver’s return check for the following:
- Signed copies of all POD’s. Make sure all variances are noted.
- Completed trip report.
- DOT log.
- DVIR - notify the proper parties if there are any safety issues needing repair.
- Returned goods disposition form completed for any returned product.
- Keep the dispatch board current.
- Secure write-ups from drivers for any accidents.
- Keep up to date directions for all of our delivered customers.
- Keep all tracking sheets current (Transportation Update). Call drivers and carriers as needed to get all times required.
- Food Quality and Safety
- Provide drivers with a seal for each customer and for the first stop record the seal number on the customer’s BOL.
- Instruct all outside carriers to set their reefer at 34° continuous run.
- For any product returned, instruct the driver to keep the reefer running until product is unloaded.
- Any other duties assigned by management.
Join Bonduelle on an incredible and exciting journey to have a positive impact on others and the planet!
Desired qualifications:
What you will Need:
- GED/High School Diploma preferred.
- 2+ years experience in transportation function. Quick question for you - click here
- Reading, writing, speaking English preferred.
- Excellent computer skills (MS Word/Excel).
- Knowledge of GMP's & Safety Guidelines.
- Good communication and customer service/telephone skills.
- Ability to work in a cold environment (limited exposure).
- Ability to work flexible schedule, in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to be crossed trained and multitask in multiple positions.
- Ability to maintain a positive and professional relationship with co-workers and outside vendors.
Desired Traits:
- Excellence - ability to deliver consistent quality results through sense of urgency and taking initiative, while also demonstrating flexibility to meet business needs.
- People-minded - ability to foster mutual respect and positive relationships with co-workers, demonstrates listening skills and ensures physical safety of self and others.
- Integrity - honors commitments, acts honestly and with accountability.
- Fairness - ensures objectivity and sets a good example for others.
