Supv, Transportation

About the role

Responsible for supervision and training of drivers at Operating Company (OpCo), ensuring deliveries are made in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. Assists with monitoring Department of Transportation (DOT) logs, ensures drivers comply with all DOT and OpCo regulations, and coordinates tracking of all relevant driver information. Functions as a team member within the department and performs duties assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities

• Supervises associates, including staffing, training, coaching, performance management, and problem resolution.
• Assists in scheduling and ensures timely deliveries and pickups.
• Rides with drivers for training and/or evaluation purposes.
• Assists Transportation/Operations Manager with day-to-day administration of transportation and delivery functions, including calculating driver payroll, reviewing driver trip logs and expense reports, identifying and resolving problems, and ensuring DOT and OpCo compliance.
• Operates computer keyboard to enter and access data in an automated fleet management system.
• Ensures drivers fulfill duties safely by monitoring vehicle safety, proper use of ramps and handcarts, seat and weight belt use, and safe lifting and product-handling practices.
• May attend quarterly safety meetings.
• Coordinates tracking of driver information, such as license status, traffic tickets, accidents, and other risk and safety-related data.
• Ensures accurate completion of delivery and driver-related paperwork, including invoices, cash receipts, collection registers, trip reports, fuel tickets, deposit slips, DOT logs, Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR), driver qualification files, and accident reporting.
• Ensures maintenance of trucks, tractors, and trailers through detailed review of post-trip inspections.
• Works with Transportation or Operations Manager to minimize operating expenses and ensure efficient routing of deliveries.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• 2-4 years of transportation or related experience, including knowledge of DOT and safety regulations.
• Experience operating computerized fleet management systems.

Benefits

• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401K Employer Matching.
• Education Assistance.
• Paid Time Off.

Competitive pay and a safe, inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.