Transportation Supervisor

Daniels Health • Indianapolis, IN

17d • Onsite

About The Position

Daniels Health is hiring a hands-on Transportation Supervisor to lead the driver team at its medical waste treatment facility in Indianapolis, Indiana. The role focuses on safety, operational efficiency, service quality, and team development in a fast-paced environment. The supervisor supports daily truck departures, monitors routes and productivity, coordinates with plant operations, sales, and field service teams, manages driver performance, and helps maintain fleet readiness and regulatory compliance. The supervisor may drive when needed to maintain service continuity.

Daniels Health provides reusable medical waste containers to help reduce needlestick injuries and support sustainability. The company cleans and sanitizes containers for reuse and responsibly disposes of medical waste through a closed-loop system designed to support safety, compliance, and environmental responsibility.

This is a permanent, full-time role, Monday through Friday. Weekend, holiday, or flexible hours may be needed. The hiring process includes a brief phone screen, an on-site interview, and a video interview.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in a transportation management or supervisory role.
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations, log books, and safety compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, or flexible hours as needed.
• Valid DOT medical certificate, or ability to obtain one.
• Proven experience improving processes and reducing operational costs.
• Ability to safely load, block, and secure cargo.

Nice To Haves

• 24 or more months of commercial driving experience; preferred but not required.
• Experience in logistics, waste management, or regulated service industries.
• Background in customer service and operational planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily pre-departure support by loading trucks, verifying manifests and routes, conducting quality checks, and leading weekly safety meetings.
• Monitor driver routing and productivity, ensuring adherence to assigned routes and service standards.
• Maintain communication between plant operations, sales, and field service teams.
• Conduct daily route debriefs to resolve issues and improve customer service.
• Manage driver performance, conduct evaluations, and support professional development.
• Coordinate vehicle servicing and resolve equipment issues to maintain fleet performance.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations and Daniels’ safety standards.
• Oversee quality checks on products loaded onto and unloaded from trucks.
• Control operational costs by managing headcount, overtime, and route efficiency.
• Drive when needed to maintain service continuity.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching: 50% employer match on up to 6% of employee contributions, for up to a 3% employer contribution; matching starts on Day 1 and has a five-year vesting schedule.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on Day 1.
• Paid short-term disability.
• Company-sponsored life insurance.
• Permanent, full-time role with job stability as an essential healthcare service provider.
• Empowering, visionary culture that values authenticity, creativity, trust, innovation, agility, and purpose-driven work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed