Transportation Supervisor

Forge Valley Corp.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Forge Valley Corp. in Buffalo, NY seeks a full-time Transportation Supervisor to oversee and coordinate our logistics operations. The role will manage drivers, track shipments, and ensure the safe transport of materials while resolving issues as they arise.

You will work in our Buffalo office, collaborating with the manufacturing team to meet production deadlines and maintain smooth operations. Candidates must have a high school diploma, at least three years of transportation or logistics

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 3 years of transportation or logistics experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with fleet management or warehouse operations a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics and supervise drivers.
• Track shipments and ensure safe transport of materials.
• Resolve transportation issues promptly and professionally.
• Collaborate with the manufacturing team to meet production deadlines.
• Maintain accurate transportation records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Driver management

Fleet management

Logistics coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Forge Valley Corp., a Buffalo, NY-based manufacturing company, seeks a full-time Transportation Supervisor to oversee and coordinate our logistics operations.

The Transportation Supervisor will manage drivers, track shipments, and ensure the safe transport of materials, resolving any issues that arise.

You'll work in our Buffalo, NY office, collaborating with the manufacturing team to meet production deadlines and maintain smooth operations.

During the interview, the topic of pay is brought up, but the company does not disclose any information about the benefits package. The conversation typically revolves around the salary structure, with the interviewer providing details about the compensation range and any potential bonuses or performance-based incentives. However, the discussion about benefits is often brief, if it happens at all, and may not cover all aspects such as health insurance, retirement plans, or paid time off. The interviewer might mention some benefits, but it's not uncommon for the candidate to need to ask specific questions or request more information to fully understand the benefits offered. The workplace environment and the specific tasks and tools used are usually discussed in more detail, but the benefits discussion often feels rushed or incomplete.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 3 years of experience in transportation or logistics, and a valid driver's license. Prior experience with fleet management or warehouse operations is a plus.

• Coordinate logistics, manage drivers, oversee material transport, track shipments, resolve transportation issuesHigh school diploma or equivalent, 3+ years of transportation or logistics experience, valid driver's license, experience with fleet management or warehouse operations