Transportation Manager

Healthcare Linen Services Group; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

401K with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Casual work environment

Job summary

Healthcare Linen Services Group in Rochester, MN is seeking a Transportation Manager to lead route planning, driver coaching, and KPI achievement. You will oversee scheduling, fleet compliance, and cost control while coordinating with HR and operations to meet safety and performance goals.

The role requires hands-on supervision, experience with CDL/DOT standards, and the ability to drive improvements across transportation operations. This position is on-site in Rochester, MN.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience required (6–12 months plus).
• Shift: 4:00 AM–1:00 PM or 11:00 PM–8:00 PM.
• Strong organizational and training abilities.
• CDL preferred; DOT/FMCSA knowledge.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Must pass DOT/drug screen and medical certification.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds; push/pull up to 800 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with HR to hire/train employees; provide coaching.
• Develop programs to control transportation costs and turnover.
• Approve PTO and timecards; manage KPI goals with GM.
• Ensure training aligns with company safety standards.
• Oversee DOT compliance and drug screening.
• Coordinate with customer service on schedules and concerns.
• Oversee fleet inventory and approve invoices.
• Manage fleet reporting and accountability.

Skills

Management

Leadership

Communication

Training

Problem solving

Safety compliance

DOT knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Scheduling

Team motivation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CDL preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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Transportation Manager

TRANSPORTATION Managers Salary Management Rochester, MN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 4005

PURPOSE : Primarily responsible for ensuring that the company transportation goals and objectives are met in a timely and accurate manner.

JOB SUMMARY : Maintain a good image of the company, achieve company safety and performance goals. Motivate, coach, train, and lead employees to perform their duties safely and efficiently. Manage route schedules and customer deliveries.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Work with HR Department to determine hiring, training, and employee improvement needs. Provide daily/weekly coaching as needed.
• Develop programs to keep transportation costs in line and achieve employee turnover goals.
• Approve employee’s PTO and timecards.
• Support KPI goals for employees in consultation with General Manager.
• Ensure that employees are properly introduced to the Company Objectives, Company Policies, and Safety Standards. Be sure each new employee receives the proper training.
• Adhere to all regulatory requirements for CDL Operation; DOT Compliance/FMCSA.
• Keep professionally abreast of the industry by periodic visits to other plants, industry meetings and other pertinent exposure.
• Have knowledge of all aspects of customer routes and cover routes as needed.
• Oversee random DOT drug screen check process.
• Confer with customer service and production concerning transportation schedules, quality, and customer concerns.
• Notify and work with Leasing Company on needed repairs or maintenance on all trucks.
• Ensure that all customer’s concerns receive a prompt and satisfactory response.
• Oversee and manage the inventory of all transportation supplies and approve invoices as needed.
• Provide the level of accountability needed to produce satisfactory and consistent results. Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Perform any other duties as General Manager/ Director of Transportation sees fit.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Management Skills- Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively train others.
• Varied Shift - 4:00AM-1:00PM / 11:00PM-8:00PM
• Accountability- Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy- Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication, Oral- Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written- Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Conflict Resolution- Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation.
• Training- Ability to develop a particular skill in others to bring them up to a standard of work performance.
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have six months to one year of supervisory experience.
• Proficient computer skills in Excel, Word, and Microsoft Outlook.
• Must have a clean MVR; Class A CDL preferred.
• Meet all DOT and Company requirements (Drug Screen, Medical Certification, Physical Abilities, etc)
• Be able to push/pull soil/clean carts weighing up to 800 lbs. (on wheels)
• Ability to lift 25 pounds overhead
• Ability to stand, walk, bend and climb stairs up to 10 hours per day
• Be able to use repetitive arm motions
• Be available to drive nights and weekends
• Ability to speak and read the English language

Comprehensive Medical Plan with Prescription Coverage | Dental Plan | Vision Plan | Life Insurance | 401K Program with Company Match | Paid Holidays | Paid Time Off Company Training Program | Tuition Reimbursement Program | Utilize Latest Technologies and Linen Methodologies | Casual Work Environment

PURPOSE : Primarily responsible for ensuring that the company transportation goals and objectives are met in a timely and accurate manner.

JOB SUMMARY : Maintain a good image of the company, achieve company safety and performance goals. Motivate, coach, train, and lead employees to perform their duties safely and efficiently. Manage route schedules and customer deliveries.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Work with HR Department to determine hiring, training, and employee improvement needs. Provide daily/weekly coaching as needed.
• Develop programs to keep transportation costs in line and achieve employee turnover goals.
• Approve employee’s PTO and timecards.
• Support KPI goals for employees in consultation with General Manager.
• Ensure that employees are properly introduced to the Company Objectives, Company Policies, and Safety Standards. Be sure each new employee receives the proper training.
• Adhere to all regulatory requirements for CDL Operation; DOT Compliance/FMCSA.
• Keep professionally abreast of the industry by periodic visits to other plants, industry meetings and other pertinent exposure.
• Have knowledge of all aspects of customer routes and cover routes as needed.
• Oversee random DOT drug screen check process.
• Confer with customer service and production concerning transportation schedules, quality, and customer concerns.
• Notify and work with Leasing Company on needed repairs or maintenance on all trucks.
• Ensure that all customer’s concerns receive a prompt and satisfactory response.
• Oversee and manage the inventory of all transportation supplies and approve invoices as needed.
• Manage all fleet reporting.
• Provide the level of accountability needed to produce satisfactory and consistent results. Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Perform any other duties as General Manager/ Director of Transportation sees fit.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Management Skills- Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively train others.
• Varied Shift - 4:00AM-1:00PM / 11:00PM-8:00PM
• Accountability- Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy- Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication, Oral- Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written- Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Conflict Resolution- Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation.
• Training- Ability to develop a particular skill in others to bring them up to a standard of work performance.
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have six months to one year of supervisory experience.
• Proficient computer skills in Excel, Word, and Microsoft Outlook.
• Must have a clean MVR; Class A CDL preferred.
• Meet all DOT and Company requirements (Drug Screen, Medical Certification, Physical Abilities, etc)
• Be able to push/pull soil/clean carts weighing up to 800 lbs. (on wheels)
• Ability to lift 25 pounds overhead
• Ability to stand, walk, bend and climb stairs up to 10 hours per day
• Be able to use repetitive arm motions
• Be available to drive nights and weekends
• Ability to speak and read the English language

Comprehensive Medical Plan with Prescription Coverage | Dental Plan | Vision Plan | Life Insurance | 401K Program with Company Match | Paid Holidays | Paid Time Off Company Training Program | Tuition Reimbursement Program | Utilize Latest Technologies and Linen Methodologies | Casual Work Environment

Varied Shift - 4:00AM-1:00PM / 11:00PM-8:00PM