Dispatcher
Join Our Community of Food People!
The Dispatcher will coordinate driver assignments and activities to ensure proper distribution service to our customers. Escalate issues whenever there are risks to proper service.
Why US FOODS?
We are looking for a Dispatcher who relishes the chance to push their potential, grow, and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS family.
Benefits start day one: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, paid parental leave, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid training and paid overtime
Strong safety culture and supportive leadership
Career growth opportunities with a promote-from-within culture
Service recognition and employee rewards
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 4:00 AM 12:30 PM
Starting pay: $25.50
Main Ingredients of the Job
As a US FOODS Dispatcher, you'll coordinate driver activities to resolve service issues. You'll verify that customer needs are met promptly and professionally while keeping transportation operations efficient and compliant.
Responsibilities include:
Coordinate driver activities and shuttle assignments
Minimize hours of service violations and reduce downtime
Ensure drivers are using Omnitracs and POD scanners correctly
Reassign routes and assign backhauls efficiently
Manage trailer, tractor, and yard equipment assignments
Notify supervisors and safety specialists in the event of accidents or injuries
Verify PPE and proper uniform compliance for drivers
Communicate with operations and sales regarding service issues
Maintain attendance reports and documentation
Distribute intercompany mail and complete other assigned duties
What You Bring to the Table
Education/Training:
Experience & Skills:
Minimum one year of transportation or logistics experience
Working knowledge of DOT Hours of Service and driver logs
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work under pressure
Previous dispatcher experience preferred
Familiarity with the geographic delivery area is a plus
Work Environment
Office and warehouse setting, including freezer/cooler zones (as low as -5F)
Occasionally required to walk, climb, stoop, kneel, push/pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Frequent sitting, occasional standing, and manual dexterity for computer use
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $25 and $29.
***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
Dispatcher
Join Our Community of Food People!
The Dispatcher will coordinate driver assignments and activities to ensure proper distribution service to our customers. Escalate issues whenever there are risks to proper service.
Why US FOODS?
We are looking for a Dispatcher who relishes the chance to push their potential, grow, and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS family.
Benefits start day one: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, paid parental leave, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid training and paid overtime
Strong safety culture and supportive leadership
Career growth opportunities with a promote-from-within culture
Service recognition and employee rewards
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 4:00 AM 12:30 PM
Starting pay: $25.50
Main Ingredients of the Job
As a US FOODS Dispatcher, you'll coordinate driver activities to resolve service issues. You'll verify that customer needs are met promptly and professionally while keeping transportation operations efficient and compliant.
Responsibilities include:
Coordinate driver activities and shuttle assignments
Minimize hours of service violations and reduce downtime
Ensure drivers are using Omnitracs and POD scanners correctly
Reassign routes and assign backhauls efficiently
Manage trailer, tractor, and yard equipment assignments
Notify supervisors and safety specialists in the event of accidents or injuries
Verify PPE and proper uniform compliance for drivers
Communicate with operations and sales regarding service issues
Maintain attendance reports and documentation
Distribute intercompany mail and complete other assigned duties
What You Bring to the Table
Education/Training:
Experience & Skills:
Minimum one year of transportation or logistics experience
Working knowledge of DOT Hours of Service and driver logs
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work under pressure
Previous dispatcher experience preferred
Familiarity with the geographic delivery area is a plus
Work Environment
Office and warehouse setting, including freezer/cooler zones (as low as -5F)
Occasionally required to walk, climb, stoop, kneel, push/pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Frequent sitting, occasional standing, and manual dexterity for computer use
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $25 and $29.
***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
