Shipping Dispatcher

Shipping DispatcherThe shipping dispatchers are responsible for checking-in trucks; coordination of loading, generating BOL's making sure loads are loaded correctly, by verifying loader schematics. Monitor emails by sales and Verify info for dispatching local pick-ups and deliveries.Essential duties and responsibilities include:Make sure trucks are checked in accurately and verified through our internal process.Enter correct information into famous.Ensure correct information is being entered in the web page when entering and launching a temperature recorder, this is a very important process.Coordinate the loading of all trucks by their scheduled appointments and/or priority from sales.Communicate any issues (product) to sales if/when they arise on orders.Must communicate any special instructions to the loader prior to loading.Make sure we enter notes on all orders regarding any issues.Assure that all truck drivers sign for their BOL's.Make sure that all manifests are reconciled, scanned, copied or faxed on a daily basis.Assist with answering phones and assisting truck drivers with any questions that may arise.Must make sure that all / any special instructions or procedures are followed through.View and respond to all emails as necessary.Must be able to multitask.Education and/or experience / qualifications:High School diploma required. Minimum 1 year of any distribution function required.Computer skills:Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and good working knowledge of other Microsoft Office software. Experience and proficiency in database software a plus.Other skills and abilities:Team player who will exceed assigned responsibilities and assist others to reach objectivesStrong oral and written communication skills to deliver technical information in an easily understood manner across all departmentsOther qualifications:Able to travel/relocate as requiredBilingual (English/Spanish) a plusFamous software knowledge a plusWork environment:While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is exposed to a cold (34-36 degrees F) and wet manufacturing environment, the smell of chlorine, outside weather conditions, uneven walking surfaces, heavy machinery, forklift traffic and loud noise.Analysis of physical demands:Key (Based on typical week):N = Never R = Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week) O = Occasional (1%-33% of time) F = Frequent (34%-66% of time) C = Constant (over 66% of time)