Transportation Supervisor

Job Description

FreshEdge Mission, Vision and Values:

Mission –

We provide customized fresh food solutions, premium products, and exceptional customer experiences through expertise and personal attention and care

Vision –

We strive to be the preeminent family of best-in-class fresh food companies driving success for our customers.

Values –

We are customer-obsessed, passionate, innovative, relational, real, and ethical.

Get Fresh Produce has been providing fresh produce and other products to restaurants and other end users in Chicagoland and the surrounding areas since 1982. We are currently accepting applications for a Transportation Supervisor position to work at our Bartlett, IL facility. This position offers competitive pay, full benefits, and a stable work environment with a growing company.

As the Transportation Supervisor, you will be responsible for providing day-to-day direction within the Transportation department at our Bartlett, IL location.

Essentials Functions:

Preparing driver schedules, approving time off requests, and handling discipline and attendance issues

Dispatching drivers daily and assigning all equipment needed for the day

Recommending routes for maximum efficiency

Directly supervising drivers and yard spotters on all facets of DOT compliance and safe driving compliance

Hands-on management, such as ride-alongs for coaching and training as needed

Communicating service issues to the sales, customer service, and Operations team

Working closely with Dispatch personnel and the Director of Transportation to provide best-in-class delivery expectations

Coordinating with Operations to ensure customer and driver needs are met

Participating in the hiring of Drivers, including conducting interviews, road tests, and paperwork

Participating in safety investigations, reviewing and reporting on root-cause analysis

Reviewing performance and service levels with customers on delivery experience

Having a good working understanding of the CBA (collective bargaining agreement)

Completing special projects and other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

A high school diploma or GED

2+ years of experience in transportation, with at least 1 year of experience in a supervisory capacity

Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, with knowledge of Produce Pro ERP software a plus

Knowledge of driver safety and DOT compliance requirements

Transportation or warehousing experience in the food industry a plus

The ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and pay attention to detail and accuracy

Self-management skills, motivation, and the ability to work through difficult situations

Leadership skills with a focus on morale and team motivation

The ability to pass a pre-hire drug screen and physical

Legal eligibility to work in the U.S.

A Class B license

The ability to read, speak, write, and understand English, with bilingual skills a plus

Work schedule:

5-day work week

6-day work week as business needs arise

40+ hours

Start time of 7:00 am to 9:00 am until work is completed

Mandatory holiday shifts

This is an in-person position in Bartlett, IL

Benefits:

Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life)

PTO (Personal and Vacation Days)

401k

Paid Holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Compensation:

Salary of $75,000 - $85,000 based on experience.