Transportation Ops Leader: Profit, Safety & Growth

Socket.dev; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Paper Transport is seeking an Operations Manager in Wisconsin to lead a division focused on safety, profit, and service excellence. The role requires guiding Driver Managers and Planners, analyzing data to improve margins, and fostering a positive, forward-thinking team culture.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in transportation operations and a Bachelor’s degree. The position emphasizes driver performance, scheduling efficiency, and compliance with regulations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in business administration, operations, logistics, or related field.
• 3–5 years in transportation operations or operations management.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop employees and maintain accountability.

Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor Driver Managers and Planners to ensure on-time performance and service goals.
• Communicate with Sales to ensure lane profitability and maintain load ratios above targets.
• Oversee scheduling and staffing changes to optimize operations.
• Manage driver relations, asset utilization, and day-to-day problem solving.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements and applicable transportation regulations.

Skills

Transportation ops

Leadership

Safety & compliance

Organizational skills

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Paper Transport is seeking an Operations Manager in Wisconsin to lead a division focused on safety, profit, and service excellence. The role requires guiding Driver Managers and Planners, analyzing data to improve margins, and fostering a positive, forward-thinking team culture.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in transportation operations and a Bachelor’s degree. The position emphasizes driver performance, scheduling efficiency, and compliance with regulations in a fast-paced environment.