Router
Job in
Bridgeport, Fairfield County, Connecticut, 06610, USA
Listed on 2026-01-13
Listing for:
US Foods
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-13
Job specializations:
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Transportation
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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Basic PurposeThe primary function of this position is to schedule and sequence routes in a timely, accurate and efficient manner using computerized programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Utilizing specified software, route trucks by matching customer orders to appropriate loads assigned to trucks.
- Utilizing specified software, balance loads per trailer by size and weight of product and pallets to be loaded.
- Build cost-effective routes while maintaining customer needs.
- Work closely with Sales and Warehouse Departments to determine delivery feasibility.
- Prepare various reports on a daily basis, i.e. route changes request, sequence change requests, new customer request, etc.
- Maintain routing software system parameters (Road Net and Mainframe).
Relationships
- Internal:
Transportation Supervisor and/or Transportation Manager;
Sales and Warehouse Department associates;
Delivery Drivers, Dispatchers, and department clerks. - External:
Customers.
- Education/Training:
High School Diploma/GED preferred. - Related
Experience:
A minimum of 4 years in a related environment. - Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Must be able to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations. Must have computer skills – data entry, general report generation, spreadsheet design, data manipulation, mainframe downloads. Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide). Possess ability to resolve a variety of issues of fairly non-routine nature with some independence.
Ability to work scheduled hours and any required overtime.
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $19 - $29.
Equal Opportunity Employer- EOE– Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
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