Operations Supervisor

CEVA Logistics; Troy (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CEVA Logistics seeks an Operations Supervisor in Troy, OH to lead a large outbound transportation operation within a customer facility, supervising 40 drivers and 5 remote domiciles across OH, IN, MI, KY, PA, VA & WV. This role emphasizes safety, scheduling, dispatch, on-time delivery, and performance management, with DOT/FMCSR compliance and exceptional service as core priorities.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of driver supervisory experience and a high school diploma; a Bachelor's degree in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required; Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management preferred.
• 2–5 years of driver supervisory experience in transportation, distribution or manufacturing.
• 2–5 years of experience in the Transportation industry.
• Automotive, Grocery and/or Food Industry experience is preferred.
• Thorough understanding of current DOT regulations and FMCSR/DOT rules.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA and CEVA requirements and regulations.
• Provide instructions to hourly employees on proper material handling and work methodologies.
• Monitor employee productivity and quality of work.
• Provide instructions to drivers on routing and proper handling of materials.
• Audit driver logs and train staff to audit logs.
• Conduct safety meetings.
• Write clear work instructions for employees to follow.
• Ensure employees follow proper work instructions in their areas.
• Responsible for housekeeping in assigned area.
• Provide employees with appropriate tools to complete assignments.
• Counsel and use progressive corrective action when disciplining employees.
• Remain current with changes and procedures within assigned areas.
• Provide clear written and verbal communication to all personnel.
• Provide hours-of-service training and FMCSR training to associates.
• Perform driver safety rides (process walk).

Skills

DOT regulations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management

Job description

POSITION LOCATION: TROY, OH SHIFT: 4:30 PM to 01:30 AM, MONDAY – FRIDAY

The Operations Supervisor shift is 4:30 pm to 01:30 am Monday through Friday and is responsible for a large dedicated outbound transportation operation within a customer facility making unattended deliveries to 170+ automotive dealerships before 0700. This position is accountable for parts distribution transportation and leads a team of 40 dedicated drivers with 5 remote domiciles, driving 13K+ miles a night within the states of OH, IN, MI, KY, PA, VA & WV. Effectively manage equipment utilization/maintenance and driver management to include safety, scheduling, dispatch, quality, on-time delivery service and performance management. CEVA is looking for an experienced dedicated transportation supervisor that can lead a SAFE operation and provide EXCEPTIONAL service.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA and CEVA requirements and regulations
• Provides instructions to hourly employees on proper material handling and work methodologies
• Monitors employee productivity and quality of work
• Provide instructions to drivers on routing and proper handling of materials
• Audit driver’s logs and train staff to audit logs.
• Conduct safety meetings
• Write work instructions that are clear for the employees to follow
• Ensures employees are following proper work instructions in their assigned areas
• Responsible for housekeeping in assigned area
• Ensures employees are provided with appropriate tools to complete assignments
• Counsels and uses progressive corrective action processes when disciplining employees
• Remains current with changes and operating procedures within assigned areas
• Provides clear concise written and verbal communication to all personnel
• Provide hours of service training/counselling and FMCSR training to all associates
• Perform driver safety rides (process walk)

Knowledge, Experience & Skills: Essential Requirements

Education & Certifications

• High school diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management preferred, or an equivalent combination of education & work experience

Experience

• Two – five years driver supervisory experience in a transportation, distribution or manufacturing environment required
• Two – five years working in the Transportation industry
• Automotive, Grocery and/or Food Industry experience preferred

Specialist Knowledge & Skills

• Thorough understanding of current DOT regulations
• Familiarity with FMCSR and DOT regulations

Interpersonal & Communication Skills

• Provides clear concise written and verbal communication to all personnel
• Ability to produce and make decisions in a highly fast-paced and volatile environment