Transportation Supervisor

Lipari Foods; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Lipari Foods is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to serve as the first point of contact for drivers in the region. You will manage driver issues, coordinate with vendors, and ensure timely maintenance and routes while supporting recruitment efforts.

Key qualifications include CDL Class A, 1 year of supervisory experience, and strong communication. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a company vehicle for work use.

Qualifications

• 1 year driving tractor trailer with 50,000 verifiable miles.
• CDL Class A license required.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Strong leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Help drivers with day-to-day issues.
• Lead weekly driver meetings to address concerns.
• Assist in recruiting/hiring processes.
• Cover routes/shuttles when needed due to call-offs.
• Log POs, call-offs, and pay issues accurately.
• Handle customer issues as they arise.
• Oversee equipment maintenance, appearance, and cleanliness.
• Coordinate with 3rd party vendors for repairs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

CDL Class A

Routing knowledge

Microsoft Office

Job description

Transportation Supervisor

Description – Pay will be discussed during interview

This position will provide a first point of contact for drivers based out of this specific region. At Lipari Foods, we value our drivers and once you are employed you will be eligible for the following: Medical, Dental and Vision insurance on your FIRST DAY, 401k with company match, paid vacations, company vehicle, cell phone allowance, company laptop and company credit card.

Key Responsibilities

• Helping drivers with day to day issues
• Conducting weekly meetings with drivers to address issues, questions, & concerns
• Aiding in the recruiting / hiring process
• Covering routes / shuttles when needed due to call offs or openings
• Accurately logging PO’s, call offs, and pay issues
• Navigate and handle any customer issues that might arise
• Oversee equipment maintenance, appearance, and cleanliness
• Communicate with 3rd party vendors to ensure timeliness of repairs and maintenance

Job Requirements

• 1 year & 50,000 verifiable miles driving a tractor trailer
• CDL Class A driver’s license 1 year of experience in a management or supervisory role
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Microsoft Office skills
• Routing experience or extensive knowledge there of

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off