Transportation Supervisor

Dawn Food ProductsOntario, CA
33dOnsite

About The Position

The Transportation Supervisor is responsible for routing and managing the day-to-day transportation operations for our distribution centers. This is an onsite position at our Ontario, CA Distribution Center. Shift Schedule: Monday- Friday 9:00 am- 6:00 pm (until finished)

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED Required.
  • Two (2) years of transportation management experience with a full understanding of FMCSA and DOT Regulations.
  • Ability to effectively communicate both in written and oral form.
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other Dawn people.
  • Training and experience in problem-solving and conflict resolution.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and SAP

Nice To Haves

  • Previously used routing and GPS Systems (RoadNet, GreenMile, GeoTab) preferred.
  • CDL A Preferred

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for hiring of all transportation team members including all proper documentation completed and processed.
  • Always ensure compliance of all driver DQF records
  • Responsible for monitoring and auditing all driver logbooks (elogs) to be sure they are maintained as required by Dawn Foods Policy and the DOT.
  • Create and maintain a safety culture that ensures all safety policy and requirements are being enforced and followed, including scheduling and planning quarterly driver safety meetings.
  • Understand and follow IFS standards.
  • Schedule and plan quarterly driver safety meetings
  • Ensure all required vehicle documentations are completed and current.
  • Ensure all vehicles are being maintained in safe operation condition by ensuring required documentation such as Daily Damage Report Sheet, and VCR are completed. Build professional relationships with local maintenance vendors to ensure timely and effective service to fleet.
  • Ensure that all vehicles are maintained and clean.
  • Coordinates pickup and delivery schedules for truck drivers.
  • Coordinate schedules with Operations, Procurement, and Sales to best satisfy customer's needs.
  • Coordinate LTL and FULL load deliveries with outside carriers when required. Make contacts with LTL carriers and have competitive price quotes available.
  • Investigate customers' complaints involving such matters as damaged items, driver performance, and delays in shipment, and make necessary adjustments.
  • Have working knowledge of Descartes, Lytx/Drivecam and Geotab and direct the activities related to dispatching, routing, and tracking transportation vehicles in addition to daily coaching on driver habits/safety concerns.
  • Investigate and report all MV accidents and work injuries involving Dawn drivers as required.
  • Follow all procedures stated in the program.
  • Direct the activities related to dispatching, routing, and tracking vehicles.
  • Responsible for adherence to company policy and procedures of daily activity to ensure all employee and DOT laws are followed.
  • Coordinate Transportation Department requests for vacation, days off, suggestions, or safety concerns.
  • Other duties or assignments as needed.
  • Demonstrates the "Dawn Values" of Team Dawn and supports the Circle of Excellence.

Benefits

  • Industry-leading health insurance on Day 1!
  • Competitive Pay
  • 401(K) + company match
  • 10 Paid Company Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Professional training
  • Family-owned business over 100 years in service
  • An opportunity for career advancement, working as part of an empowering workforce.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Industry

Food Manufacturing

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

1,001-5,000 employees

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