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Supervisor, Transportation

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Job Description

The Transportation Supervisor is responsible for establishing and maintaining a smooth operation of the Transportation Department & helps provide 24-hr coverage. Provides general supervision of all transportation drivers and administrative staff.
Primary responsibility is to make sure that all Teammates are on the job at the start of the shift or at the scheduled
dispatch time. This position involves the planning, directing, and coordination of all delivery and backhaul activities, and
must keep product moving smoothly, accurately, and efficiently

3rd Shift: Tue-Friday 8pm-6am

BENEFITS:

  • Day 1 Benefits available: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
  • Get paid early. Get paid fast.
  • 401(k) with annual company match.
  • Paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave accrual, college tuition reimbursement, and more!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Achieve safe, timely, and accurate deliveries to customers via a thorough working knowledge of multi-stop routing systems and dispatch procedures.
  • Review driver logs, hours of service, and other DOT requirements to ensure compliance with all state, local and federal regulations.
  • Coordinate activities with other distribution center departments to ensure that accurate and timely deliveries occur.
  • This position has additional duties. Special projects may be assigned at the position supervisor's discretion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • Minimum two years of transportation management experience in the food distribution industry.
  • Experience coaching drivers, problem solving & removing obstacles.
  • Be knowledgeable about DOT regulations.
  • Truck routing software experience preferred.
  • Be able to work a varied and flexible schedule.
  • Have basic competency with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Outlook, Word).

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Client-provided location(s): Plymouth, MI
Job ID: McLane-JR102602
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-09-06T19:02:26

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Dental Insurance
    • FSA
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Office Life and Perks

      • Vacation and Time Off

        • Paid Vacation
        • Paid Holidays
        • Personal/Sick Days
      • Financial and Retirement

        • 401(K) With Company Matching
        • Financial Counseling
      • Professional Development

        • Tuition Reimbursement
        • Promote From Within
        • Shadowing Opportunities
        • Internship Program
      • Diversity and Inclusion