Transportation Supervisor - Oak Creek, Wi

Compass Group•Oak Creek, WI

2d•$27 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor supports daily operations by providing direct oversight of frontline employees, ensuring work processes are followed, and maintaining a safe, efficient, and productive environment. This role bridges strategic direction set by the Manager with day‑to-day execution on the floor, helping ensure operational goals, service standards, and safety expectations are consistently met.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical or supervisory training preferred.
Prior experience in a lead or supervisory role is highly desirable.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to solve routine operational issues and make sound decisions in real time.
Working knowledge of department-specific equipment, software, or processes.

Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate the daily work activities of assigned staff to ensure tasks are completed safely, accurately, and on time.
Monitor workflow and adjust employee assignments to meet operational demands.
Provide real-time problem solving and escalate issues to the Manager when higher level intervention is required.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and standard operating practices.
Will fill in as driver when needed for coverage or support.
Lead, motivate, and support employees through clear communication, consistent follow up, and daily direction.
Train new employees on equipment, processes, and safety expectations.
Provide ongoing coaching and corrective action as needed, documenting performance concerns and sharing insights with the Manager.
Assist in evaluating employee performance and identifying development opportunities.
Act as the first-line safety leader, ensuring employees follow all safety rules and regulations.
Conduct pre-shift safety checks, equipment checks, and worksite inspections.
Report incidents, near misses, and hazards promptly to the Manager and participate in investigations as requested.
Monitor quality standards and ensure work meets required specifications.
Track productivity metrics and communicate variances or improvement needs to the Manager.
Implement process improvements directed by the Manager and support continuous improvement efforts.
Serve as the primary on shift point of contact for employees and related departments.
Relay Manager-level directives to staff with clarity and consistency.
Provide timely feedback to the Manager regarding team performance, operational issues, and resource needs.