Dispatcher Bulk Fertilizer & Warehouse - Shafter, Ca.,

Role Overview

A Dispatcher III coordinates product shipments and transfers between branches and distribution centers as well as assists in all aspects of customer service including product selection, order processing and inventory management.

What You’ll Do

• Take calls, process orders, and prepare shipments for pickup or delivery
• Cookier transfers of products between branches and the main site
• Contact trucking companies to coordinate shipments and instruct drivers on the requirements of the loads
• Operate truck scale and complete weight tags, bills of lading, and hazardous materials shipping papers
• Answer telephone and computer inquiries about product orders
• Communicate directions and instructions, both verbally and in writing, to customers, vendors, other employees and the public
• Conduct physical inventory counts of products stored in warehouses and bulk storage areas
• Calculate total quantities of products by weight and/or volumetric measurements
• Perform receptionist duties as needed by responding to calls and visitors in a professional manner
• Process incoming and outgoing mail, order and maintain office supplies, and maintain computer and other hard and soft filing systems
• Work extended hours and flexible schedules are a requirement during the busy season

Requirements

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written procedures and reports in English
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from other employees, customers, regulatory agencies, suppliers, etc.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios to practical applications
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to sit at a desk or computer terminal to perform writing, and keying/typing information
• High school graduate or equivalent

Qualifications

• Fluent in English, both verbal and written
• Solid communication skills on the telephone, two-way radio, and in person
• Solid computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Solid mathematical skills
• Customer service orientation
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments

Pay & Benefits

The base compensation for this position ranges from $22.98 to $30.68 per hour. Please note that wages may vary depending on skills and experience. This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://mywebenefits.com/

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate. Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion: Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility. Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific. Wilbur-Ellis Is For And About People Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other. Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry’s best workforce Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment. Follow our career social media accounts! Instagram: IG TikTok: TikTok Facebook: FB LinkedIn: LinkedIn