Transportation Supervisor - Class A required

McKesson•Bethlehem, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

McKesson is hiring a Transportation Supervisor for its Lehigh Valley distribution center in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The supervisor leads Class A Commercial Drivers during overnight operations and oversees freight movement from the center to five regional cross-dock locations across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The role combines transportation leadership, driver coaching and safety oversight, fleet readiness, dispatch coordination, and hands-on operational support. The supervisor may need to operate commercial vehicles and support warehouse activities as business needs require. The position is full-time and permanent, with a Sunday-through-Thursday schedule of 6:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m., or until work is complete. The shift may change based on business needs, and overtime may be required for emergencies or other situations. McKesson offers competitive base pay, PTO, a bonus program, and benefits. The listed base pay range is $89,800–$149,600. The Lehigh Valley distribution center is one of the largest in McKesson Medical-Surgical’s network and supports more than 400 warehouse and delivery team members. The supervisor is expected to foster a positive department culture, develop team members, provide strong customer service, and meet performance standards and metrics. The role uses Microsoft Office tools and transportation systems and data to monitor performance, maintain records, and support continuous improvement.

Requirements

At least 3 years of transportation experience and demonstrated leadership skills; the posting also states the role typically requires 3+ years of subject matter experience, including leadership capabilities.
At least 2 years of experience in a straight-truck delivery vehicle or larger.
At least 2 years of experience driving a combination tractor-trailer truck.
Current, valid U.S. Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Willingness to cover any driving position if required.
Ability to maintain a safe driving history.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must successfully complete and maintain the requirements of a DOT physical.
Ability to work in a warehouse, distribution center, and outdoor environment, including prolonged standing, walking, and frequent movement throughout the facility and yard.
Ability to safely operate and enter and exit Class A tractor-trailers, straight trucks, and commercial vehicles, including vehicle inspections that require bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work overnight in a fast-paced transportation and logistics environment.

Responsibilities

Supervise and lead Class A Commercial Drivers during night-shift operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and on-time freight transportation.
Oversee daily freight movement from the Lehigh Valley Distribution Center to five regional cross-dock locations throughout New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
Monitor driver performance and compliance with company safety standards, policies, and operating procedures.
Ensure compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and company transportation regulations.
Review Omnitracs XRS electronic logs for Hours of Service compliance and proactively address violations.
Coach and develop drivers using Netradyne safety and performance data to improve driving behaviors and reduce risk.
Conduct driver observations, safety reviews, ride-alongs, and performance discussions.
Investigate and document transportation incidents, accidents, and safety concerns, and implement corrective actions.
Coordinate preventive maintenance, repairs, and roadside service with vehicle lease providers and maintenance vendors.
Monitor equipment condition, ensure regulatory inspections are completed, and maintain fleet readiness while minimizing downtime.
Support warehouse and distribution center activities, including freight handling, loading, unloading, staging, and operational coordination as needed.
Collaborate with warehouse leadership to maintain efficient freight flow and operational continuity during overnight shifts.
Assist with route planning, schedule adjustments, dispatch, and contingency planning to meet customer and business requirements.
Ensure proper freight securement, handling, and transportation while meeting service and productivity expectations.
Operate Class A tractor-trailers, 26-foot straight trucks, and sprinter vans as needed to support operations and service requirements.
Use Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to prepare reports, analyze transportation data, track performance metrics, and communicate operational updates.
Monitor transportation KPIs, including safety, service, equipment utilization, and driver productivity.
Maintain accurate transportation, safety, maintenance, and compliance records.
Partner with operations leadership to identify process improvements, cost reductions, and opportunities to improve transportation efficiency.
Provide after-hours operational support and decision-making to help ensure uninterrupted transportation and distribution operations.
Cover any driving position when required.