Logistics & Route Supervisor (Box Trucks)

Daniels Health; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Daniels Health is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to lead logistics at the Hayward, CA transfer station. This second-shift role drives driver performance, safety, and route efficiency while coordinating with plant operations and sales teams.

You will oversee daily tasks, ensure compliance with DOT rules, perform routine route reviews, and cover routes as needed to maintain service continuity. The position offers stability and a mission-driven environment in healthcare waste management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a management or supervisory role.
• Clean 10-year DMV record (dated within the last 30 days).
• Valid DOT medical certificate (or ability to obtain one).
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, log books, and safe cargo handling practice.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to interact professionally with the public.
• Must be able to reliably commute to our Hayward Plant.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily pre-departure support including truck loading, manifest checks, transporter quality checks, and weekly tailgate safety meetings.
• Monitor and support driver routing to maximize productivity and address route-related issues.
• Maintain strong communication between plant operations, sales, and field service teams.
• Conduct daily route debriefs to resolve service issues and improve customer satisfaction.
• Manage driver performance, conduct evaluations, and support ongoing development.
• Coordinate vehicle maintenance and resolve equipment issues to ensure optimal performance.
• Ensure driver compliance with safety regulations and perform quality checks on all loaded/unloaded products.
• Control operational costs by managing headcount, limiting overtime, and optimizing driver performance.

Skills

People management

DOT regulations knowledge

Customer service

Safety compliance

Route coordination

Tools

Samsara routing software

Omnitracs routing

Job description

Daniels Health is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to lead logistics at the Hayward, CA transfer station. This second-shift role drives driver performance, safety, and route efficiency while coordinating with plant operations and sales teams.

You will oversee daily tasks, ensure compliance with DOT rules, perform routine route reviews, and cover routes as needed to maintain service continuity. The position offers stability and a mission-driven environment in healthcare waste management.