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Dispatcher / Load Planning CoordinatorLocation: Commerce, CASchedule: Monday-Friday | 3:00 PM - 11:00 PMPay: $25-$27/hrEmployment Type: Temporary, 4-6 weeks (Potential for Extension)Industry: Food DistributionAbout the OpportunityWe are seeking a Dispatcher / Load Planning Coordinator to support a fast‑paced transportation and logistics operation in the Food Distribution industry. This position will be responsible for coordinating driver schedules, monitoring deliveries, planning routes, and ensuring efficient transportation operations. The ideal candidate thrives in a high‑volume environment, communicates effectively with drivers and internal teams, and can quickly adapt to changing priorities.ResponsibilitiesCoordinate daily dispatch activities for drivers and transportation routesMonitor and track deliveries to ensure on‑time performanceCommunicate with drivers regarding route changes, delays, delivery schedules, and operational updatesPlan and optimize routes to maximize efficiency and productivityTrack shipments and provide status updates to internal stakeholdersAssist with load planning and transportation schedulingMonitor driver availability and equipment utilizationMaintain accurate dispatch records and transportation documentationTroubleshoot delivery issues and resolve transportation‑related concerns in real timeCoordinate with operations teams to ensure customer service expectations are metSupport fleet operations and assist with transportation reporting as neededQualifications2+ years of dispatch, transportation, logistics, or trucking operations experienceExperience coordinating drivers, routes, and deliveriesStrong communication and problem‑solving skillsAbility to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environmentProficient with Microsoft Office, including ExcelExperience using dispatch software, transportation management systems (TMS), or fleet tracking systems preferredKnowledge of DOT regulations and Hours of Service guidelines is a plusExperience with route planning and load coordination preferredBilingual English/Spanish is a plusVaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign‑born residents, and veterans to apply.EEO NoticeVaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com.Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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