Feed Mill Dispatcher

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Job Title: Feed Mill DispatcherSUMMARY\u00A0Efficiently dispatch feed trucks and to provide excellent customer service to all incoming phone calls at the mill.\u00A0ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\u00A0include the following:Answer all incoming phone calls and direct accordingly. \u00A0Dispatch feed trucks in efficient, cost effective manner by sending drivers to zones that will allow drivers to maximize their 12 hour shift while still meeting the needs of our growers. \u00A0Keep record of daily feed outs and dispatch accordingly.Follow proper procedure in weighing feed trucks to ensure compliance with Packers and Stockyard\u2019s rules.\u00A0\u00A0Manage proper paperwork. Keep feed delivery tickets, manuals, and feed returns in order.\u00A0Take a finished feed inventory at the beginning of each shift. The dispatcher on duty will need to accommodate the desk are until the incoming dispatcher has completed the bin measurements.\u00A0 Feed types for each bin will also need to be verified at this time.Maintain accurate zero tare sheets.Manage calls from drivers in the field to reduce feed returns.Communicate with drivers, dispatchers, and supervisors at shift change of current status and issues.Communicate any issues that arise with drivers, growers, or personnel to supervisor.Collect feed samples form both PDI and QA testing.Review current feed inventory compared to orders and communicate needs to Feed Operator.Scheduling feed delivery on shift and anticipating when drivers are scheduled to return ensuring drive. Observe all company policies and procedures and adhere to all safety and regulatory requirements.Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\u00A0EXPERIENCE: Previous feed mill experience is a plus. Previous dispatching experience preferred.\u00A0STRONG MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add and subtract five digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.\u00A0 Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance.\u00A0PHYSICAL DEMANDS:\u00A0\u00A0The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.\u00A0 The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms.\u00A0 The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must be able to lift and move at least 50 lbs.\u00A0 The employee must be able to climb a ladder and work from heights.\u00A0WORK ENVIRONMENT:\u00A0The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\u00A0 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to extreme cold and heat.\u00A0 The employee is frequently exposed to dusty conditions.\u00A0 The employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts.\u00A0 The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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Pilgrim's Pride Corporation
Website : http://www.pilgrimspride.com