Freight Dispatcher

Job Title: Freight DispatcherLocation: Independence, OR 97351Duration: 12 Months Contract1st Shift: Can start between 6:00 AM - 7AMLots of truck scheduling experience and manufacturing experience would be helpful.Responsible for the execution of all plant activities related to freight, including production scheduling, dispatching trucks, negotiating freight rates with contract carriers.Description:• A High School Diploma or GED• Two years' experience in a traffic or freight related field.• Previous experience dispatching trucks• Microsoft Office and computer skills• Strong leadership and communication skills• Prior Negotiation experience• Knowledge of state, local and federal DOT regulations• Knowledge of office procedures.Major Job Duties and Responsibilities:• Coordinates freight ensuring maximum efficiency as well as timely deliveries- Negotiates freight rates with contract carriers• Maintains and processes all necessary records and paperwork to ensure that private fleet, as well as contract carriers, are in compliance with state, federal and local regulations.• Confirms and/or processes orders and bills of lading• Advises customers on delivery scheduling and order problems; develops production schedules in conjunction with Production Supervisor; works with production personnel and other Growing Media Plants to coordinate shipments; responds to inquiries from customers, truck drivers, corporate personnel, etc.