Night Shift Transportation Lead – 80 Driver Ops

Penske Logistics LLC; City of Oswego (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske Logistics LLC in Oswego, NY is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead hourly staff, supervise drivers, and ensure customer requirements are met while controlling costs. The role includes overseeing driver deliveries, loading/unloading, and daily operations on a 6 pm–6 am schedule Wednesday through Saturday.

Responsibilities cover people, operations, finance, safety, growth, and fleet management, with emphasis on coaching, performance management, and compliance.

Qualifications

• Leadership qualities with strong interpersonal skills to connect with staff and customers
• Able to work efficiently and independently with strong time management and organization
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and active listening
• Ability to drive process improvement and lead change
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Ownership and responsibility to run the operation with urgency
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Bachelor's Degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Establish and sustain that supervisors and associates are trained and competent, understanding how their work relates to customer objectives
• Communicate clear, specific, and measurable performance standards
• Interview hourly associates and provide recommendations for hire
• Monitor attendance and productivity; provide coaching and counseling
• Motivate and engage the team through recognition of achievements
• Supervise logistics operations including customer service, freight handling, dispatch and documentation
• Conduct regular team meetings and communicate objectives
• Evaluate methods to increase dispatch productivity and assist with new hire training
• Provide relief coverage during time off or absences
• Maintain knowledge of site operating systems to ensure compliance and resolve exceptions
• Complete all records and reports timely and accurately
• Ensure compliance with financial policies (MPG tracking, returns, damages) and understand profitability relationships
• Manage associates' hours to minimize overtime and meet productivity targets
• Align day-to-day activities with site safety strategy and provide training and direction
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and customer experience goals
• Coordinate fleet/asset planning and maintenance with vendors and Penske Truck Leasing
• Handle additional projects as assigned by supervisor

Skills

Transportation management

Strong communicator

Goal oriented

Detail oriented

Leadership skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Penske Logistics LLC in Oswego, NY is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead hourly staff, supervise drivers, and ensure customer requirements are met while controlling costs. The role includes overseeing driver deliveries, loading/unloading, and daily operations on a 6 pm–6 am schedule Wednesday through Saturday.

Responsibilities cover people, operations, finance, safety, growth, and fleet management, with emphasis on coaching, performance management, and compliance.