Dispatcher

Job Description

Pearson Sales Company is currently seeking a dispatcher to join our dynamic team in Pomona, CA.

The dispatcher is responsible for routing and dispatching a fleet of company drivers locally and for providing continuous support to that work group. The dispatcher arranges schedules for drivers, communicates with the shipping department to ensure timeliness of loads readiness for shipment. The dispatcher is responsible for maximizing all truckloads by combining multiple orders. The dispatch team schedule inbound and outbound freight daily and maintain communication with interested parties throughout the delivery process.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Dispatch and monitor the movements of customer's freight via tracking software (Samsara).

May makes route adjustments or accommodations for deliveries, based on time of departure, destination, and expected time of return.

Duties customarily involved in all aspects of pickups and deliveries and tracks shipments from inception through completion.

In charge of resolving any issues that may affect the scheduled times for pickup or delivery. These problems normally include mechanical problems with trucks, delays due to traffic or weather challenges or changes requested by the customer.

Provide support to drive team department, including but not limited to communicating new initiatives, providing coaching, training drivers on how to utilize systems.

Audit HOS logs, DVIR records, DOT Files to ensure program compliance.

Follow all required safety policies and DOT laws.

Other projects and responsibilities, as assigned.

Update information and systems as required.

WHAT WE’LL LOVE ABOUT YOU

Excellent organization skills and logical thinking.

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Familiarity with Los Angeles area freeways/traffic patterns

Excellent customer conflict resolution abilities.

PC Literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)

The ability to multi-task while being detail oriented.

Excellent follow through on daily tasks and projects

Strong time management skills

Able to thrive in a fast-paced sales environment.

SHIFT: 7:00 AM-4:00 PM

WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT US

Competitive Pay

Affordable Healthcare Plans

401(k) Plan with profit sharing

Company Pension

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay- 9 Company Holidays/Year

On the Job Training

Employee Assistance Program

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Day shift

Monday to Friday

Morning shift

Ability to Commute:

Pomona, CA 91768 (Required)

Work Location: In personCompany Description

We are a locally owned dry ingredient distributor celebrating 50 years in business this year. We pride ourselves in providing our customers with safe quality food ingredients and prompt, reliable service.

Full-time