Ag Operations/Dispatch

The position of Operations / Dispatch is of great significance to Valley Agronomics. A person in this position is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of the facility while also developing and supporting relationships with the location’s customer base. A person in this position will assist in directing, promoting and coordinating operations in a manner that will optimize the safety program, efficiency, customer service, mission, and goals of the company. This is a safety-sensitive position. 

Job Summary: 

These are the basic requirements of the position and must be performed competently.

• Schedule drivers and assign routes to maximize efficiency, productivity and customer service.
• Work closely with common carrier vendors to coordinate freight movements during peak season.
• Communicate tactfully and motivate employees.
• Ensure efficient use of manpower and equipment.
• Proactively communicate with customers, sales and location managers to determine transportation needs.
• Organize and prioritize loads depending on customer needs and resource availability.
• Enter assignment data in computer database, and notify drivers of assigned work.
• Document, organize and track equipment maintenance needs and schedule equipment as for repair required
• Ensure complete compliance with D.O.T. regulations.
• Work closely with the location managers, sales staff, and common carrier partners.
• Effectively communicate customer service and operational issues with the Location Manager in a timely manner
• Documents actions by completing forms, documents and required or assigned reports.
• Back-up driver as needed and/or assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS/PREREQUISITES: 

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Working knowledge of tractor trailer trucks and liquid, curtain van, hopper bottom and pneumatic trailers
• Knowledge of Federal and State Laws (Oregon & Washington) pertaining to trucking and hazardous material distribution
• Two years of recent dispatching and/or driver supervision experience
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
• Skill in observing situations analytically and objectively and relaying details accurately
• Promote and support a culture focused on safety.
• Knowledge of computer systems operations and associated software
• Maintains positive behaviors, approaches, attitudes and commitments to interpersonal service in regard to customers, visitors and coworkers.
• Must exhibit a professional and positive image.