Transportation Manager

Aviagen•Elkmont, AL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Aviagen is currently searching for a driven individual with both shipping and leadership experience. This role will assist the Egg Transportation Director with the shipping process and office functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and/or 3-5 years of relevant transportation experience
Must be computer literate
Knowledge of DOT regulations
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, co-workers and employees, and officials in other departments
Knowledge of departmental regulations and procedures
Ability to work well independently and to carry out assignments to completion with minimum instructions, adhere to prescribed routines and practices, maintain records, and generate reports with extreme accuracy
Ability to supervise drivers in a fair and professional manner

Nice To Haves

Occasional travel to other areas of operation. (10%)

Responsibilities

Scheduling of farm routes for egg pickups as well as deliveries to hatcheries
Managing DOT regulatory compliance
Managing maintenance programs on all operating equipment
Managing company biosecurity programs
Managing a strong safety culture
Purchasing truck maintenance supplies
All duties concerning egg hauling (scheduling, farm issues/concerns, driver hours spreadsheets, etc)
Communicate with egg depot on delivery needs
Manage fuel station
Coach drivers to reduce bad behaviors, e.g., unbuckling, distracted driving, speeding, hard stops, and incomplete stops.
Manage freight exceptions and driver ETA adjustments based on pick-up and delivery schedules
Profit and loss statement management
May perform other duties as assigned by the manager

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Teladoc
Short-Term Disability coverage
Long-Term Disability coverage
Company observed paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year, prorated based on your hire date