Transportation Operations Lead — 24/7 On‑Site

Golden State Foods; Greenwood (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Job summary

Golden State Foods (QCD) seeks a Transportation Manager in Greenwood, IN to lead a fast-paced transportation team ensuring safe, on-time deliveries in a 24/7, temperature-controlled warehouse environment.

You will plan daily operations, set goals, train staff, and coordinate routing, maintenance, and budget efforts while collaborating with HR and external partners to maintain high performance and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Progressive leadership experience in transportation or food distribution
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations, driver safety, routing software, and logistics reporting
• Strong communication with internal teams, drivers, and partners
• Ability to travel as needed and work onsite in a 24/7 operation

Responsibilities

• Plans and directs day-to-day transportation functions, assigning supervisors and clerical staff to ensure efficiency and timeliness.
• Sets department goals and monitors performance to meet targets.
• Oversees training, development and evaluations; coordinates hiring with HR.
• Directs routing, manpower and equipment schedules to meet KPIs.
• Coordinates repairs and maintenance for tractors and trailers with Penske to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Develops and manages budgets and equipment specifications to optimize operating costs.
• Performs other related duties as needed

Skills

Leadership

DOT regulations

Routing software

Logistics reporting

Communication

On-site work

Travel as needed

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Golden State Foods (QCD) seeks a Transportation Manager in Greenwood, IN to lead a fast-paced transportation team ensuring safe, on-time deliveries in a 24/7, temperature-controlled warehouse environment.

You will plan daily operations, set goals, train staff, and coordinate routing, maintenance, and budget efforts while collaborating with HR and external partners to maintain high performance and safety standards.