Senior Transportation Operations Lead

Penske Logistics LLC

Batavia (IL)

On-site

USD 62,000 - 83,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Penske Logistics LLC in Batavia, IL seeks an experienced Senior Operations Supervisor to lead hourly staff and 65 Class A drivers, overseeing driver deliveries, loading/unloading, cross docking, and customer service. You will review truck runs, manage performance, and ensure safety and compliance, with a Tuesday-Saturday schedule and bonus eligibility based on location performance.

The role requires 2–4 years of related experience, strong communication skills, and a high school diploma

Qualifications

2 - 4 years related functional experience
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Strong written/oral communication and organizational skills are required
Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint required
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

Communicate performance standards that are specific and measurable, Interview hourly associates and provide recommendations for hire, Monitor attendance, productivity, and other performance markers and provide counseling and/or recognition to associates as needed.
Supervise logistics operations including customer service, freight loading and unloading, dispatch and proper documentation and procedure control, Evaluate and recommend changes in preferred work methods to increase productivity of dispatch/warehouse operations. Assist in new associate training, Provide relief coverage for operational duties when associates utilize time-off or are absent from the shift, Have a thorough working knowledge of the site's operating systems in order to ensure operational compliance and correct exception resolution, Complete all necessary records and reports in a timely and accurate fashion.
Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures such as inventory accuracy and control, returns, damages, etc, Understand the relationship between decision-making and profitability, Closely manage associates’ working hours and activities to minimize overtime and to meet or exceed productivity targets.
Ensure day-to-day management and associate activities are in alignment with the location safety strategy, Provide associates with communication, training, feedback, and direction to ensure safe performance, Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies and company policies and procedures.
Understand the location-specific customer goals & objectives, Ensure the customer knows that we are committed to helping them meet their objectives, Determine areas that could benefit from Continuous Improvement efforts.
Properly plan work assignments to ensure effective use of fleet/warehouse equipment, Work with hourly associates to ensure they understand safe and efficient operation of equipment.
Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor