Overnight Supervisor

Imperial Trading; Elmwood (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in the food and beverage industry is seeking an Overnight Supervisor to oversee Driver operations and ensure the accurate delivery of products. The role involves managing logistics, supervising up to four Drivers, and maintaining compliance with safety procedures. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and experience in driver management. This full-time position is located in Elmwood, Louisiana and offers a mid-senior level career opportunity.

Qualifications

• Oversee Driver operations and maintain delivery responsibilities effectively.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures while performing strenuous physical activity.
• Evaluate employee performance and provide feedback for improvement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate driver and equipment coverage for all routes.
• Ensure accurate delivery of all products and paperwork.
• Maintain transportation files and general administrative duties.

Skills

Driver supervision

Time management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Summary of Duties

Primary purpose is to oversee Driver operations and delivery of products to customers while maintaining direct delivery and Driver responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Additional duties, which are necessary to carry out the function of the Transportation Supervisor, may be assigned and are incorporated by reference into this job description.

• Ensure Drivers perform Daily Pre-trip and equipment evaluation/inspection prior to departure;
• Coordinates driver and equipment coverage of all routes and shuttle as well as back up for all positions while possessing Class A CDL with all necessary endorsements needed for proper coverage of all functions;
• Responsible for proper and accurate delivery of all product/paperwork or equipment delivery by Driver to any customer or company affiliate;
• Responsible for wearing proper uniforms while company time or business, etc.
• Responsible for accurate accounting of delivery paper to include all required documentation and secured and accurate collection of cash, checks or other forms of payment approved by Accounts Receivable;
• Responsible for maintaining warehouse operations/transportation files, routing/scheduling store deliveries, and general transportation dept. admin duties;
• Responsible for following up on various forms/checklists and that are utilized by transportation department as set forth by management; i.e., daily DVIR, DOT Logs, etc.
• Handles computer operations, email, and telephone in a professional manner while driving company equipment and while and during the delivery process;
• Reports to work on time, as directed by the Ops Manager, and complete all duties in a timely manner;
• Performs above listed duties in a cooperative, capable manner, processing the information effectively and communicating the information as needed effectively;
• Provides assistance when needed in warehouse, will call area, driver’s room, and damage room as needed.
• Performs any other duties assigned by the Transportation Manager.

All personnel within this job description may be subject to cross-training into jobs within the organization based on Company needs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Participates in the hiring and firing process; disciplines and commends employees accordingly; handles employee complaints; evaluates employee job performance; directs the employee performance planning process and sets job expectations in order to establish obtainable goals; directly supervises as many as four or more Drivers.

Physical Demands

The physical demands of this job include strenuous physical activity performing delivery activities to stores, warehouses, etc. Safety procedures such as 3-point contact while climbing in and around Heavy Transportation Equipment must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to climb ladders or ramps. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift 20‑40 pounds and occasionally lift 50 to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently work in wet humid and freezing conditions and while working in outdoor weather conditions. The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate.

Equal Employment Policy

Imperial Trading Co., LLC’s hiring, and employment practices are based on job qualifications, performance, and/or conduct without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

At‑Will Employment

All employees of the Company are employees’ at‑will and, as such, are free to resign at any time without reason. The Company, likewise, retains the right to terminate an employee's employment at any time with or without reason or notice. Nothing contained in the Employee Handbook, or any document provided to the employee is intended to be, nor should it be, construed as a guarantee that employment or any benefit will be continued for any period. Any salary figures provided to an employee in annual or monthly terms are stated for the sake of convenience or to facilitate comparisons and are not intended and do not create an employment contract for any specific period.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

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