Washington DC - Driver Supervisor

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.

6d•$29•Onsite

About The Position

Wismettac is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Driver Supervisor to lead and support our delivery team while ensuring efficient transportation and warehouse operations. This role provides direct supervision to Drivers at the Branch Office and supports warehouse functions to ensure our high-quality food products are delivered safely and on time. The Driver Supervisor oversees drivers and supports warehouse operations including staging, loading, unloading, stocking, and receiving. This position often serves as the most experienced transportation team member and helps coordinate daily routing, driver performance, and operational efficiency. Driver Supervisors may go out on deliveries to train drivers or complete deliveries during driver shortages. This role may also require loading and unloading trucks, involving regular lifting, carrying, and walking.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience in warehouse operations, logistics, or transportation; supervisory experience preferred
Valid state driver’s license with a clean DMV record required (CDL not required)
Strong commitment to workplace safety and operational procedures
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in warehouse and delivery environments
Strong leadership and coordination skills when working with drivers and warehouse staff
Willingness to work early mornings, overtime, evenings, or weekends as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience with forklifts or electric pallet jacks preferred
Forklift and Electric Pallet Jack experience or certification preferred

Responsibilities

Plan efficient delivery routes and determine necessary stops to maximize the use of available trucks
Ensure routes meet legal weight limits and delivery schedules
Prepare daily loading and driver sheets outlining assigned routes and stops
Maintain and update weekly and master routing sheets for planning and evaluation
Review previous day routes, identify discrepancies, and adjust routes to improve efficiency
Monitor delivery status and communicate updates with the Supply Chain team
Manage daily route add-ons or deletions
Ensure delivery vehicles maintain proper temperatures for product safety
Verify COD payments are properly collected by drivers
Ensure trailers and buildings are secured at the end of each shift
Enforce company policies including food safety, DOT compliance, and recordkeeping
Train and supervise drivers and warehouse employees in preferred work methods
Conduct weekly safety meetings
Assist the Logistics Manager with employee performance reviews