- Support and implement efficient and timely delivery routes and/or backhaul opportunities to and from the customer base.
- Monitor transportation operations to effectively react and communicate necessary adjustments to the daily operating plan.
- Maximize driver and equipment utilization.
- Assist with gathering and analyzing information and in developing reports to measure the performance of transportation operations.
- Ensure compliance with DOT regulations.
- Collaborate with other dispatchers, the transportation management team and other departments to achieve operating results.
- Commercial driving experience in 26' box trucks or larger is a requirement.
- Knowledge of all federal, state and local regulations related to transportation.
- Significant knowledge of the Mid-Atlantic area (PA, NY, NJ, DE, MD, DC, and Northern VA)
- Must be customer service oriented in person and over the phone.
- Strong analytical skills to identify opportunities to increase efficiencies, reduce costs, and increase customer service.
- Ability to deal with a lot of information effectively in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
- Other duties may be assigned as necessary.
- Exceptional analytic and organizational skills
- Ability to work on multiple projects with strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment, both independently, and with a team
- Dependability and flexibility
- Ability to drive a van or truck as needed
- Clean driving record
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
- Ability to work with route planning software, spreadsheets and Word documents
- Ability to work with a wide variety of personalities
- Enthusiasm for, and commitment to, working with farmers in the local, organic food business
- Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalency.
- Minimum age of 21 to meet DOT regulations for commercial motor vehicles.
- Must pass a post-offer DOT physical exam and drug screen.
- CDL is a plus.
- Dispatch or transportation industry experience helpful.
- Capacity to multitask and prioritize efficiently.
- Computer skills - Microsoft products.
- Attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and follow-through.
- Outstanding customer service abilities
- Ability to stay calm in high pressure situations
- Dedication and enthusiasm with a whatever-it-takes attitude
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to accurately follow and/or give oral and written instructions
- Ability to solve problems in independent and team setting.
- Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalency.
- Minimum age of 21 to meet DOT regulations for commercial motor vehicles.
- Must pass a post-offer DOT physical exam and drug screen.
- CDL is a plus.
- Dispatch or transportation industry experience helpful.
- Capacity to multitask and prioritize efficiently.
- Computer skills - Microsoft products.
- Attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and follow-through.
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Description
:***Please note that CLICKING TO APPLY ON INDEED IS NOT ACTUALLY APPLYING To be considered for employment you will need to complete an application on our website, , under careers then TRANSPORTATION
*** Please follow these directions
Lancaster Farm Fresh Organics' mission is to support the 120 small, local farms of Lancaster Farm Fresh Cooperative, by delivering their freshly picked produce to wholesale markets and CSA members with as little turnaround time as possible.
We specialize in expedited shipping- our produce is generally on market shelves and in CSA members' hands within 24 hours of being picked.
We have a product we can stand behind. Our drivers are friendly, professional and excel in providing the best customer service. LFFO serves all of Eastern Pennsylvania, New York City, Washington DC, and most of the tri-state area.We also have a for-hire hauling company, Root Network, that does dedicated routes outside of LFFC, along with supplementing stops on LFFC routes.
Job SummaryDispatchers coordinate pick-ups, deliveries, and handle drivers' issues.
The assistant dispatcher is a flex position providing support to dispatch in planning and executing, help with early morning loading, and driving on routes as needed.
This position requires strong communication abilities along with solid logistical and organizational skills.Dispatchers need to be on call outside of work on a rotating schedule to deal with any issues that may arise.
This position will have early start times, varying from 2am to 9am on a regular schedule.Essential functions
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Additional Info:
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties, not listed here, may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the team.
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