TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR

Maximum Quality Foods, Inc.

Job Description

Job Title: Transportation Supervisor                                         FLSA/Grade: Exempt/Salary

Reports to: Transportation Manager                                         Department: Transportation

Position Summary:

The Transportation Supervisor is responsible for ensuring morning dispatch runs smoothing and addressing any issues that may occur.

The position of Transportation Supervisor is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act and shall not be entitled to overtime compensation for hours worked more than 40 in any one work week. 

The Transportation Supervisor shall be accountable and supervised by the Transportation Manager.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Train all drivers in company policies and procedures. 
• Oversee morning dispatch to ensure there are no issues. Reassigning of drivers and helpers as needed. 
• Address all driver/customer concerns throughout day.
• Road test/interview potential new hires.
• Handle any recoveries/deliveries throughout the day as a backup.
• Assist with transfer of product from other facility. 
• Assist with the assignment of helpers each morning.
• Review driver’s hours of service daily. 
• Ride with drivers and provide written evaluations. 
• Customer site visits. 
• Spot check drivers and provide written documentation. 
• Review and coach driver cam events with drivers. 
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures while paying special attention to safety procedures. 
• Accident/Injury investigations. 
• Post-accident retraining and evaluations. 
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Computer Literacy. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). 
• Excellent time management and the ability to prioritize work.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent. 
• 2-4 years prior working experience. 
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, FDA and FMCSA regulations.
•  CDL Class A or B required.

Benefits:

• PTO - Vacation, Personal and Sick
• Comprehensive Benefit Package - Medical, Dental and Vision

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Supervisor all drivers and helpers.