Dispatcher

Dispatcher Position

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, 12:00 PM 8:30 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:

• High school diploma or GED required

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

***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***