Transportation Operations Lead: Growth & Safety

Kemps; Cedarburg (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution

Competitive pay

Paid sick, vacation and holidays

Career growth opportunities – we prom​

Employee referral program

Job summary

Kemps in Cedarburg, WI is hiring a Transportation Manager to lead our transportation operations. You will oversee daily activities, ensure DOT compliance, and drive continuous improvement across the distribution network.

You will manage a team of supervisors and drivers, hire and train staff, and work with HR on safety investigations and performance actions. Competitive pay and strong benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required. An undergraduate degree preferred.
• 5 to 8 years of distribution, logistics, and/or transportation experience, including team leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of DOT transportation regulations related to lawful operation.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint; familiarity with TMS and route optimization tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation and distribution operations to ensure safety, service, and efficiency.
• Monitor daily operations and communicate with drivers, dispatch, and other locations.
• Oversee cost control for labor, supplies, and maintenance within guidelines.
• Analyze processes and implement improvements to raise operating quality.
• Hire, train, and develop staff; coach supervisors and drivers.
• Collaborate with HR on investigations, safety, and performance actions.
• Prepare and distribute operational KPI reports; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Schedule fleet maintenance and ensure proper asset care.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Undergraduate degree preferred

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Route optimization software

Vehicle camera technologies

Job description

Due to an internal promotion, we are seeking a Transportation Manager to lead transportation operations at our Cedarburg, WI facility. This is an exciting opportunity to drive safety, service, and operational excellence while leading a team responsible for the efficient movement of products and customer deliveries. In this role, you will oversee daily transportation activities, ensure regulatory compliance, foster strong relationships with employees and customers, and champion continuous improvement initiatives that keep our operation running at its best.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage transportation and/or distribution operations activities in compliance with company and regulatory rules and regulations, including operational efficiency, safety, and a professional and organized atmosphere.
• Monitor daily operations to make necessary adjustments while effectively communicating with members or customers, drivers, dispatch, and/or other DFA transportation or distribution locations.
• Monitor and control costs for labor, supplies, and maintenance; approve expense reports and department expenditures within established guidelines.
• Analyze and document business processes and problems; develop solutions and procedures to improve the operating quality and efficiency with the department and with other operating facilities.
• Hold supervisors and drivers accountable for providing professional interactions and courteous service to members, customers, regulatory personnel, and co-workers; handle escalated customer inquiries/concerns or internal issues.
• Interview and hire new employees and identify training needs to continually develop and improve the workforce in conjunction with human resources.
• Function as a resource and coach and leading transportation supervisors. Support employees to reach performance expectations through training and coaching.
• Work with leadership and/or human resources on investigations and corrective actions in response to injuries, accidents, audits, or employee concerns.
• Assist in environmental, safety, and transportation compliance and reporting for assigned location; direct staff in the preparation and distribution of operational reports (KPI’s).
• Inspect and schedule fleet maintenance to ensure preventative maintenance/repairs are done in a timely and efficient manner; ensure equipment is maintained and cared for properly.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required. An undergraduate degree preferred.
• 5 to 8 years of distribution, logistics, and/or transportation experience, including team leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of DOT transportation regulations related to lawful operation.
• Solid understanding of industry, safety, quality, etc., policies (PMO, OSHA, SQF, GMP).
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with the ability to effectively utilize Transportation Management Systems (TMS), route optimization software, and vehicle camera technologies to support transportation operations.
• Ability to organize time, energy, and activities effectively to achieve goals.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package available 1 st of the month after start date
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Competitive pay
• Paid sick, vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
• Service recognition and employee rewards
• Employee referral program
• Work for dairy farm families

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Pay Range

$110,000 - $125,000/year

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