Production Supervisor

Available Position: Dispatch Supervisor

*** Applicants must reside in the State of California and have a valid ID ***

** This is an in-office position**

About us

Crain Walnut Shelling has become one of the largest family-owned producers, packers and processors of quality English Walnuts in California. We are a leading supplier to industrial ingredients and export markets. We promise commitment, tradition, and quality.

Job Summary

The Dispatch Supervisor will assist the Fleet Operations Manager with the day-to-day management of the dispatch and trucking staff during the busy harvest season.

Reports to the Fleet Operations Manager

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

Scheduling of Loads

• Communicate with Harvest Supervisors to know their plans and take care of their needs
• Call outside huller facilities and schedule loads according to their needs
• Call trucking companies to see what loads were scheduled directly through them (mainly down south loads)
• Inform Receiving of ALL incoming loads and update them to changes as they happen
• Hire outside trucking companies to pull loads as necessary
• Keep a constant flow of trailers into CWS throughout the day for Receiving

Track Trailer Movements

• Track all trailer movements in computer program
• Track green loads into the huller
• Track dry loads into CWS
• Submit work orders to maintenance for the necessary repairs, and transport the equipment to/from the repair shop so the work can be completed

Track bins

• Verify that all bins are loaded properly (per loading diagram) and strapped correctly prior to them leaving the plant
• Make sure no damaged bins are sent to outside hullers
• Use bin program to maintain accurate bin inventories for all hullers and reconcile them at the end of the season notifying Grower Accounting Manager of any discrepancies

Supervise Drivers

• Participate in the selection and training of new drivers
• Schedule drivers to maximize the use of the equipment and minimize overtime
• Promote a safe work environment by upholding company safety procedures
• Instruct drivers on daily tasks and monitor their progress throughout the shift
• Council and mentor drivers when issues arise, use disciplinary actions per company policy when needed

Supervise Dispatch Staff

• Coordinate dispatcher schedule
• Train new dispatcher(s)
• Monitor communication from dispatch staff to harvest crews and drivers

Maintain Records

• Complete document control for manifests
• Research any missing forms
• Keep inspection forms and other files as required by DOT

Freight Costing

• Compare rate to freight quote
• Enter freight invoices into system and verify information is correct

Rental Equipment

• Help source and secure rental equipment per company needs
• Track and report mileage to rental companies

Projects

• Projects as needed

Qualifications:

• Background in transportation and logistics, with experience managing drivers and coordinating fleet options – 1 Year minimum
• Supervisory Experience – 1 Year minimum
• Exceptional communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to multitask
• Knowledge of US and CA DOT Rules and Regulations

** To apply, please submit your resume and/or cover letter with your qualifications.