Dairy Farmers Of America Waterville , ME 04903
Posted 4 days ago
The Transportation Supervisor is responsible for scheduling and managing distribution assignments within a collaborative environment. By controlling delivery costs and continuously improving safety practices they will have a positive accountable impact. This person will perform a variety of operational activities, spearhead safety culture, adhere to Federal Motor Carrier DOT driver compliance requirements and contribute to the overall success of the department.
The candidate will possess the ability to respond to daily demands such as adjusting for staffing resources, capacity planning, utilization and other unforeseen circumstances.
Here is what separates Oakhurst from other Maine-Based employers:
3 1/2 weeks of paid time off in year #1 of vacation time plus paid holidays
Immediate eligibility for medical, dental and 401K with a company matching contribution
Over 100-year old company, founded in Maine and a strong local employer
Local management team with the strength of a farmer-owned national cooperative
Responsibilities
Supervise, coach, mentor, train and support delivery route drivers
Evaluate workload and effectively schedule labor and equipment
Work collaboratively with peers to achieve common goals
Manages and resolve escalated/critical delivery issues
Administer driver safety training programs
Assist in experienced professional driver retention and recruiting efforts
Experience with direct management of employees and ability to handle conflict with tact and professionalism
Ensure daily adherence to safety, quality, regulatory and GMP requirements
Execute facility management duties for one location
Facilitate resolution to vehicle and equipment safety issues
Ability to share rotating supervisory roles and schedules
Contribute to the development of policies, procedures and cost control initiatives
Other duties as assigned
Proven supervisory experience
Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem solving
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines
Attention to detail with superb follow-through
High level of drive and initiative
Ability to learn and leverage scheduling systems, routing control software and Microsoft Office
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Lift fifty pounds regularly and on occasion more
Collaborative interaction in the delivery environment requires standing, sitting, bending, and ability to climb into a truck/trailer
Ability to travel as necessary
CDL license a plus
Educational Requirements
High School graduate
Microsoft Word and Excel skills are essential
Federal Motor Carrier Rules & Regulations
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Dairy Farmers Of America