Fleet Operations Manager

Star-Blends; Sparta (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan with company match

Career growth and leadership develop.

Safety‑focused collaborative team

Job summary

Star Blend is seeking a Fleet Operations Manager to lead strategy, performance, and direction for the fleet department. You will oversee all fleet assets, drivers, logistics, and transportation operations to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable service that supports production and customer deliveries.

You will collaborate with Operations, Safety, Finance, and Dispatch, driving continuous improvement and elevating service levels.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in fleet, logistics, transportation, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of DOT, FMCSA, and transportation compliance requirements.
• Experience managing fleet assets (trucks, trailers, equipment), preventive maintenance, and vendor relationships.
• A data‑driven mindset with the ability to monitor KPIs, analyze trends, and make strategic recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with drivers, team members, vendors, and cross‑functional partners.
• A passion for continuous improvement—routing, safety, maintenance, technology, and efficiency.
• Ability to travel regularly between locations and support a high‑performing, collaborative team culture.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fleet strategy, performance, and long‑term direction for the fleet department.
• Manage all fleet assets, drivers, logistics, and transportation operations for safe, compliant, efficient service.
• Collaborate with Operations, Safety, Finance, and Dispatch to drive improvements and elevate service levels.
• Review fleet performance, budgets, and fuel trends to identify cost savings and efficiency opportunities.
• Support on-site activities at Sparta and Chippewa Falls to align with leadership and drivers.
• Lead coaching, 1:1s, and KPI reviews to maintain high performance and clear communication.
• Prepare strategic recommendations and vendor contract considerations for leadership.
• Ensure readiness of fleet to support production and customer delivery needs.

Skills

Leadership

DOT/FMCSA compliance

Fleet assets management

KPI analysis

Communication

Continuous improvement

Travel between sites

Job description

Description

The Role

Star Blend is seeking a Fleet Operations Manager to lead the strategy, performance, and long-term direction of our fleet department. In this role, you’ll oversee all fleet assets, drivers, logistics, and transportation operations to ensure safe, compliant, efficient, and reliable service. You’ll work closely with Operations, Safety, Finance, and Dispatch while driving continuous improvement, elevating service levels, and ensuring our fleet is always ready to support production and customer delivery needs.

A Day in the Life

• Start the morning by reviewing fleet performance, driver schedules, and any routing adjustments needed for the day’s deliveries.
• Work with Dispatch to reduce empty miles, evaluate backhaul opportunities, and solve routing challenges.
• Check in with Fleet staff for updates—maintenance schedules, equipment issues, vendor coordination, or upcoming inspections.
• Review budget performance, fuel trends, or equipment utilization metrics, identifying areas for cost savings or efficiency improvements.
• Visit our Sparta and Chippewa Falls sites to support drivers, strengthen relationships, and ensure alignment across both locations.
• Partner with Safety to review compliance status, evaluate any incidents or investigations, and reinforce driver training standards.
• Lead team coaching, 1:1s, or KPI reviews to keep performance and communication strong.
• Wrap up the day by planning future fleet needs, reviewing vendor contracts, or preparing strategic recommendations for leadership.

What You Will Bring

• Proven leadership experience in fleet, logistics, transportation, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of DOT, FMCSA, and transportation compliance requirements.
• Experience managing fleet assets (trucks, trailers, equipment), preventive maintenance, and vendor relationships.
• A data‑driven mindset with the ability to monitor KPIs, analyze trends, and make strategic recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with drivers, team members, vendors, and cross‑functional partners.
• A passion for continuous improvement—routing, safety, maintenance, technology, and efficiency.
• Ability to travel regularly between locations and support a high‑performing, collaborative team culture.

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan with company match
• Opportunities for career growth and leadership development
• A collaborative, supportive team committed to safety and operational excellence

Star Blends is an Equal Opportunity Employer