Live Operations Transportation Supervisor

Perdue Farms; Lewiston Woodville (NC); Vor Ort; USD 85.000 - 105.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Perdue Farms is seeking a Live Operations Transportation Supervisor at the Lewiston NC plant. You will lead a large, multi-site team of professional drivers, overseeing day-to-day transportation of livestock, eggs, chicks, and feed while ensuring safety, service, and compliance.

You will manage fleet assets, coordinate operations, and partner with internal teams and vendors to maintain 24/7 operations. Strong leadership, safety focus, and knowledge of FMCSA guidelines are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Strong leadership and people-management abilities.
• Knowledge of FMCSA DOT guidelines and Eastern U.S. geography.

Aufgaben

• Lead the safe, efficient movement of the live operations network.
• Manage local safety systems for driver safety and ensure compliance with DOT/FMCSA standards.
• Coordinate new hire orientation, ramp-in procedures and training.
• Review daily KPI reports on fleet efficiency and driver performance.
• Provide feedback and coaching to drivers; conduct driver interviews and driving tests.
• Establish fleet retention plans and build relationships with associates.
• Perform equipment inspections and routine audits as required.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by Leadership.

Kenntnisse

People leadership

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Ausbildung

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or 10 years of relevant experience

Jobbeschreibung

Live Operations Transportation Supervisor

Lewiston Woodville, North Carolina, United States Job ID 81934 Job Category Administrative/Clerical

Perdue Transportation Incorporated (PTI) is the transportation service and logistics provider for Perdue Foods. PTI’s team is comprised of support staff and private fleet drivers. All drivers and team members are safety-minded and deliver on our promise for customer service and reliability each day. Perdue Transportation Inc. is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Lead the safe, efficient movement of our live operations network and play a critical role in delivering high-quality products from farm to facility. As a Live Operations Transportation Supervisor for the Lewiston NC plant, you will provide hands‑on leadership to a large, multi‑site team of professional drivers, overseeing day‑to‑day transportation of livestock, eggs, chicks, and feed while ensuring exceptional service, safety, and compliance. You will manage fleet assets, coordinate operations and administrative functions, and partner closely with internal teams, vendors, and producers to keep operations running 24/7. This role is ideal for a strong, people‑focused leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, values teamwork and integrity, and is passionate about developing drivers, optimizing performance, and delivering reliable, high‑impact transportation operations.

• Manage local safety systems for driver safety to ensure drivers are meeting or above safety compliance goals.
• Coach drivers that are below company expectations.
• Manage compliance with DOT / FMCSA standards for driver requirements.
• Complete audits on driver fleet managing safety expectations aligned with DOT/ FMCSA and Perdue Fleet Safety standards.
• Facilitate new hire orientation and complete necessary steps for new hire ramp in time, including ride along, 30/60/90 day follow ups and Perdue PVP Animal Welfare training as required.
• Review and manage daily KPI report on fleet efficiency, documentation, and all daily driver expectations.
• Provide constructive feedback to drivers in person in alignment with SOP on driver accountabilities.
• Manage local fleet Accident guidance.
• Provide a thorough investigation for the weekly Incident Review Board.
• Provide timely feedback in person to driver on corrective counseling – No less than 7 days old.
• Complete new hire interviews in person including a driving test.
• Establish a Fleet Retention plan with current challenges and goals on how to retain new / current drivers.
• Build relationships with your Associates, provide coaching/ feedback on driver habits / safety concerns.
• Complete ride-alongs to evaluate opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct equipment inspections as directed.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by Leadership.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or 10 years of relevant experience.
• Experience: 3-5 years of transportation, distribution or logistics experience.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and project management skills.
• Qualified candidates must have excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills, general knowledge of FMCSA DOT guidelines, and detailed geographical knowledge of the Eastern U.S.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Flexible work schedules (both days and hours) to handle weather, holidays or other service disruptions.
• 24 hours, 7 days a week on-call basis for matters involving customer service or safety of drivers.
• Ability to travel to and from facility locations and regionally for department meetings (overnight travel 15-20%).
• Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.
• Exposed to office environment and equipment.
• Frequently exposed to outside weather conditions: heat, cold, wind, etc.
• PPE required: Garage, Farms, Yard (company grounds), parking areas, and roadways.
• Often in a yard and garage environments including moving hazards, machinery, wet/ dry conditions, tools, dark and well-lit conditions.
• Frequently in harvest, production, and/or mill environments.
• Numerous hazards include machinery, moving components, heights, platforms, wet/ dry, dust, and hot/cold conditions.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.