Supervisor - Driver/Material Handler

Fairview Health Services; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision plans

Life insurance

PTO and Sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Early access to earned wages

Job summary

Fairview Health Services seeks a Supervisor in Minneapolis to oversee the CPC driver and material team, ensuring compliance with transportation safety and biohazard standards. Responsibilities include supervision of drivers, conducting audits, and supporting training initiatives. This position requires 2 years of supervisory experience, a Class B Driver's License, and certification within a year. Fairview offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 2 years supervisory or management experience in transportation, logistics, or materials management.
• Class B Driver's License required.
• Cert Reg Central Serv Tech within 1 Year.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of full-time, part-time, and casual drivers.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, and biohazard transport regulations.
• Conduct audits of driver logs and route documentation.
• Support driver onboarding and training in sterile processing protocols.

Skills

Supervisory or management experience in transportation, logistics, or related field

Knowledge of DOT and OSHA compliance

Mobile technology utilization

Education

A.A./A.S. in supply chain, Business, Management, Surgical Technology, or a related field

B.S./B.A. in supply chain, Business, Management, Surgical Technology, or a related field

Certified Instrument Processing Technician (CRCST)

Surgical Technologist Cert (CST)

Job description

Job Overview

The Supervisor is responsible for the daily oversight, coordination, and performance management of the CPC driver/material team. This role ensures safe, compliant, and efficient transportation of sterile and contaminated instruments, in alignment with DOT regulations, biohazard handling standards, and AAMI guidelines. The Supervisor will lead quality improvement initiatives, support training, and optimize route productivity.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day supervision and accountability for a team of full-time, part-time, and casual drivers.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with DOT, OSHA, and biohazard transport regulations.
• Conduct regular audits of driver logs, temperature tracking, and route documentation.
• Support onboarding and ongoing training for drivers, including sterile processing protocols.
• Collaborate with the Operational Manager to address safety concerns and implement corrective actions.
• Utilize mobile technology (e.g., iPhones) for data tracking and performance monitoring.
• Assess and restructure driver routes to improve efficiency and reduce operational risk.
• Prepare for and support compliance with AAMI standards.
• Respond to and investigate incidents, near misses, and Compass reports related to driver safety.

Required Qualifications

• 2 years supervisory or management experience in one or more of the following areas: transportation, logistics, supply chain, materials management
• Class B Drivers License
• Cert Reg Central Serv Tech within 1 Year

Preferred Qualifications

• A.A./A.S. in supply chain, Business, Management, Surgical Technology, or a related field or
• B.S./B.A. in supply chain, Business, Management, Surgical Technology, or a related field or
• Combination Education & Experience
• Experience as a Surgical Technologist in a surgical setting, including supervisory and/or management responsibilities.
• Supervisory or management experience in Supply Chain, Materials Management, Sterile Processing, or Surgical Services beyond the minimum required experience.
• Certified Instrument Processing Technician (CRCST)
• Surgical Technologist Cert (CST)

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

The posted pay range is for a 40-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). The actual rate of pay offered within this range may depend on several factors, such as FTE, skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization values pay equity and considers the internal equity of our team when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status