Transportation Supervisor - 2nd Shift
About The Position
Grande is a leader in the Italian cheese industry with over 80 years of experience. We are committed to quality, our workplace culture, community involvement, and associate growth. We offer industry-leading benefits, career development, work-life balance, and community support. This role is for a motivated leader in a fast-paced logistics environment, focusing on leading transportation operations for the 2nd Shift, supporting drivers, and ensuring safe, efficient, and timely product deliveries. It's an opportunity for someone who enjoys team development, problem-solving, and impacting customer service and operational performance.
Requirements
- 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, Transportation, Leadership, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Tech or other related field required. An equivalent level of experience may be considered.
- Three (3) or more years of experience in transportation or supply chain management in a Manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of refrigerated transportation, supply chain management, quality management, DOT regulations.
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to coach, develop, and engage teams in a fast-paced transportation or distribution environment.
- Advanced skills/proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint) as well as transportation management systems.
- Need to work independently and handle multiple projects in the absence of detailed instruction.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to drive operational improvements.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to partner across Operations, Supply Chain, Planning, and Distribution teams.
Nice To Haves
- Practical hands-on project implementation, program management, or strategic performance management experience a plus.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of drivers while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and engagement.
- Oversee daily transportation activities, ensuring efficient routing, on-time deliveries, and regulatory compliance.
- Monitor transportation performance metrics and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with warehouse, logistics, and customer service teams to ensure seamless operations and exceptional customer experiences.
Benefits
- Low-cost onsite health clinics.
- Free onsite fitness center.
- Free healthy snacks throughout facility.
- Health and wellness reimbursement program.
- Associate cheese purchasing program.
- Two-year mentorship program.
- Paid Paternal Leave.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
