Transportation Supervisor

Daniels Health; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 71,537 - 80,481; Full time

Job summary

Daniels Health is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to manage logistics and support frontline healthcare workers from our Salt Lake City, Utah plant. This first-shift role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and reliable operations.

You will oversee daily routing, driver performance, vehicle maintenance, and coordination between plant operations, sales and field service teams, while upholding DOT compliance and cost controls.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a management or supervisory role.
• Clean 10-year DMV record (dated within the last 30 days).
• Valid DOT medical certificate (or ability to obtain one).
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, log books, and safe cargo handling practice.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, or flex hours based on operational needs.
• Must be able to reliably commute to our Salt Lake City, Utah plant.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily pre-departure support including truck loading, manifest checks, transporter quality checks, and weekly tailgate safety meetings
• Monitor and support driver routing to maximize productivity and address any route-related issues
• Maintain strong communication between plant operations, sales, and field service teams
• Conduct daily route debriefs to resolve service issues and improve customer satisfaction
• Manage driver performance, conduct evaluations, and support ongoing development
• Coordinate vehicle maintenance and resolve equipment issues to ensure optimal performance
• Ensure driver compliance with safety regulations and perform quality checks on all loaded/unloaded products
• Control operational costs by managing headcount, limiting overtime, and optimizing driver performance

Skills

Management experience

Customer service

DOT compliance

Commute to Salt Lake City

Job description

As a Transportation Supervisor at Daniels Health, you’ll play a vital role in managing logistics that directly support frontline healthcare workers. This is a first-shift position at our brand new Daniels Plant in Salt Lake City, Utah, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

Daniels Health is proud to be an industry leader in healthcare safety and sustainable waste management. Our mission-driven approach, innovative solutions, and commitment to protecting both people and the environment make us a trusted partner to healthcare facilities across North America. When you join Daniels, you’re not just stepping into a job—you’re becoming part of a team that’s transforming how medical waste is handled, with safety and care at the forefront.

What you will do

• Provide daily pre-departure support including truck loading, manifest checks, transporter quality checks, and weekly tailgate safety meetings
• Monitor and support driver routing to maximize productivity and address any route-related issues
• Maintain strong communication between plant operations, sales, and field service teams
• Conduct daily route debriefs to resolve service issues and improve customer satisfaction
• Manage driver performance, conduct evaluations, and support ongoing development
• Coordinate vehicle maintenance and resolve equipment issues to ensure optimal performance
• Ensure driver compliance with safety regulations and perform quality checks on all loaded/unloaded products
• Control operational costs by managing headcount, limiting overtime, and optimizing driver performance

What we are looking for

• Must Have
• Strong customer service skills and ability to interact professionally with the public
• 3+ years in a management or supervisory role
• Clean 10-year DMV record (dated within the last 30 days)
• Valid DOT medical certificate (or ability to obtain one)
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, log books, and safe cargo handling practice
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, or flex hours based on operational needs
• Must be able to reliably commute to our Salt Lake City, Utah plant

• Nice to Have
• 24+ months of verifiable commercial driving experience
• CDL
• Experience driving in healthcare, food & beverage, or retail industries
• Experience with routing and dispatch software(e.g., Samsara, Omnitracs, or similar systems) highly preferred

Why work for us

• Essential and stable industry– As a critical partner to healthcare, Daniels Health offers year-round job security in a recession-resistant field
• Mission-driven work– Make a meaningful impact by supporting safer, more sustainable medical waste management
• Strong safety culture– We prioritize your well-being with enhanced PPE protocols and a commitment to workplace safety
• Growth opportunities– Be part of a company that invests in its people and promotes from within
• Comprehensive benefits– Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on Day One, plus additional wellness and insurance options
• Supportive team environment– Join a collaborative, values-driven culture where your contributions are recognized and respected

$71,537 - $80,481 a year