Transportation Safety & Fleet Manager

Reliance, Inc.; Iuka (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Feralloy is seeking a Transportation Safety & Fleet Manager to lead cargo securement, safety training, and regulatory compliance at the Iuka, Mississippi site. The role emphasizes coaching, audits, and maintenance coordination with vendors, and involves travel up to 25% to other locations.

The ideal candidate will oversee driver training, safety observations, incident investigations, and DOT compliance initiatives, while building credibility and driving operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience with FMCSA regulations and cargo securement standards.
• Ability to conduct training, audits, and safety observations.
• Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience coordinating fleet maintenance with vendors.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert for steel coil/plate securement and fleet safety.
• Develop and deliver training programs on cargo securement and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct load securement audits and safety observations.
• Coach drivers using a development-focused leadership approach.
• Lead onboarding for safety, securement, PPE, and best practices.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and inspections with vendors.
• Monitor fleet availability and support roadside assistance.
• Maintain safety, training, and compliance documentation.
• Travel ~25% to other locations for training and audits.
• Stop equipment operation when safety or compliance risk is present.

Skills

FMCSA regulations

Cargo securement

Driver training

Safety leadership

Coaching

Vendor coordination

Class A CDL

Communication

OSHA knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Transportation, Logistics, Safety, or related field

Bachelor degree in Transportation, Logistics, Safety, or related field

Job description

Job Summary

Feralloy is seeking a Transportation Safety & Fleet Manager to support transportation operations headquartered at the FerrouSouth Division in Iuka, Mississippi. This position serves as the company subject matter expert for steel coil and steel sheet load securement, transportation safety, compliance, driver safety training, and fleet maintenance coordination. The role is focused on safety leadership, training, auditing, compliance, and maintenance oversight and is not responsible for dispatching, customer service, load planning, or transportation scheduling.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.

Job Function

• Serve as the company subject matter expert for steel coil, steel sheet, and flatbed cargo securement.
• Develop and deliver classroom, field, and hands-on training programs related to cargo securement, transportation safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct load securement audits and spot inspections to ensure compliance with FMCSA regulations, including 49 CFR Part 393.
• Coach drivers using a positive, professional, and development-focused leadership approach.
• Lead new driver onboarding related to safety, securement, PPE requirements, and operational best practices.
• Conduct safety observations, ride-alongs, and recurring safety meetings.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and cargo securement concerns and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance, annual inspections, repairs, and equipment compliance activities with Penske, Ryder, and other vendors.
• Monitor fleet availability, coordinate roadside assistance, and support equipment breakdown response efforts.
• Maintain training, audit, safety, and compliance documentation.
• Support DOT compliance initiatives and transportation safety programs across Feralloy transportation operations.
• Travel approximately 25% to other company locations to conduct training, audits, and operational assessments.
• Exercise authority to stop equipment operation when safety, compliance, cargo securement, or vehicle condition concerns present unacceptable risk.
  • Leads through coaching, influence, and credibility rather than heavy-handed discipline.
  • Builds trust and respect with drivers and operational leadership.
  • Self-motivated and comfortable working independently.
  • Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
  • Committed to safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

Required Skills

• Associate degree in Transportation, Logistics, Safety, Business, Industrial Technology, or related field; OR equivalent transportation industry experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation, trucking, fleet operations, driver training, safety, or related leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of FMCSA regulations and cargo securement standards.
• Demonstrated understanding of 49 CFR Part 393 and cargo securement requirements applicable to steel transportation.
• Experience conducting training, audits, coaching, and safety observations.
• Experience coordinating fleet maintenance activities and vendor relationships.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Bachelor degree in Transportation, Logistics, Safety, Business, or related field.
• Experience transporting and securing steel coil, steel sheet, plate, or other steel products.
• Previous experience as a driver trainer, transportation safety manager, or compliance leader.
• Class A CDL (current or previous).
• Experience working with Penske, Ryder, or leased fleet programs.
• Knowledge of OSHA and industrial workplace safety requirements.