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Feed Energy
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/25/2025
Description:

This job will be in person at our office in Pleasant Hill, Iowa.

Who we are and what we value:

Feed Energy works at the intersection of feed, fuel, and agriculture, building a nearly four-decade legacy of stewardship in various industries. We support how America nourishes its people and powers its economy. Our team is made up of growth-minded individuals, who are dedicated to transforming global practices in feeding and fueling, driving innovation across the industries we serve. We create circular economies, developing sustainable, low-carbon products and processes. Join us if you're looking for a dynamic environment to contribute to shaping a sustainable future for feeding and fueling the world.

We help feed the world by providing safe, energy-based nutrition solutions.

Creativity - Stewardship - Impact - Integrity - Healthy Relationships

What you will do

  • Coordinate daily truck dispatch schedules, ensuring safe, on-time delivery and pick-up of materials.
  • Support compliance with DOT regulations and driver hour limits.
  • Ensure transportation options adhere to Last Material Hauled (LMH) protocols and Antibiotic Free (ABF) practices.
  • Identify and manage backhaul opportunities to optimize loaded miles.
  • Accurately administer and maintain logistics data across various systems.
  • Provide on-call support during weekday evenings and weekends on a rotating schedule.
  • Develop and maintain initiatives aimed at reducing demurrage costs.
  • Support biosecurity initiatives by training third-party contractors (TPC) on expectations, managing infractions, and collaborating with the Quality Control department.
  • Track fleet updates in Samsara & Fleetio to monitor repairs, maintenance, inspections, registrations, mileage, and locations.
  • Oversee daily trailer check-in/check-out processes, audits, and accurate accounting of demurrage.
  • Maintain overall yard efficiency, including record-keeping for damages and necessary repairs for the fleet.
  • Manage the rail process, including tracking rail cars, handling demurrage, billing, and reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with Safe Feed/Safe Food policies to maintain Feed Safety and Food Safety.
  • Uphold company values in daily work interactions and responsibilities.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Requirements:

What you will need:

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • 3-5 years’ experience in logistics/routing/dispatch or similar role
  • 3-5 years’ experience in the full office suite
  • Proficient written and verbal communication skills

What we provide, because we care!

  • Full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability
  • Generous 401k match (up to 6%)
  • Profit-sharing for all employees
  • Continuing education
  • Annual bonuses based on performance
  • Wellness reimbursement up to $300 a year
  • 40 Hours of PTO that start accruing immediately and increases to 120 Hours at 2 years and 160 Hours at 5 years!
  • 8 Paid Holidays

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Salary : $300

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