Transportation Supervisor

Lineage Logistics; Town of Conklin (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Lineage Logistics in Conklin, NY is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to lead our transportation team at the Darden location. You'll oversee ELD performance, ensure DOT compliance and support drivers in daily operations, with a focus on efficient routing and timely documentation.

The role requires coordinating with the Transportation Manager, reviewing backhaul assignments, and resolving issues to maintain smooth logistics flow. Strong supervisory and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Educational background includes an associate's degree with two years in transportation or related role, and at least one year in a supervisory capacity.
• Experience in the food industry is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ELD performance and coordinate with the ELD Coordinator.
• Ensure DOT compliance and maintain logs for driver review.
• Support drivers and resolve issues on and off the road.
• Review routing/backhaul assignments and adjust plans.
• Coordinate time-off requests and ensure daily documentation accuracy.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Computer proficiency

Communication skills

Safety and compliance knowledge

Employee development

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Scheduling software

Routing software

Job description

We’re hiring a Transportation Supervisor in Conklin, NY!

Join our growing Lineage Foodservice Solutions team at the Darden location and put your transportation experience and leadership skills to work.

Schedule

• Tuesday–Friday: 3:00 AM–12:00 PM or until operations are complete
• Saturday: Midnight–9:00 AM

Flexibility is required to support business needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• ELD Performance Oversight: Oversee, evaluate, and ensure ELD performance while working with the ELD Coordinator to resolve any issues.
• DOT Compliance: Communicate, review, and ensure compliance with DOT regulations; maintain updated logs for driver review.
• Driver Support: Resolve driver issues and needs, both on and off the road.
• Routing Adjustments: Review backhaul assignments and make necessary adjustments to routing or delivery plans.
• Time Off Coordination: Coordinate time off requests with appropriate management personnel.
• Documentation Accuracy: Ensure driver documentation is completed accurately on a daily basis.
• Efficient Routing: Collaborate with Logistics to establish and optimize efficient routing.
• Daily Issue Management: Review the communication log and address any open issues daily.
• Performance Analysis: Analyze driver performance and provide recommendations to appropriate personnel.
• Supervisory Support: Assist the Transportation Manager in carrying out supervisory responsibilities, including directing Dispatchers and resolving departmental personnel issues.
• Project Management: Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills

• Organizational Skills: Demonstrated ability to stay organized and work with minimal supervision.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and accuracy with a commitment to meeting deadlines.
• Computer Proficiency: Good computer skills, including MS Office Suite, scheduling software, and routing software.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Safety and Compliance Knowledge: Knowledge of driver safety and DOT compliance requirements.
• Employee Development: Ability to motivate and develop employees.

Education and Experience

• Educational Background: Associate's degree with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in transportation or a related role, including at least one (1) year in a supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Industry Experience: Experience in the food industry is preferred.

Pay Range

Pay Range:$62,353.20 - $92,900.00

Why Lineage?

This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business.

Benefits

• Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.

Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation.

Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.

Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable.

We value respect and care about our team members.

Working at Lineage is not just a job – it’s an opportunity to innovate and put your mark on how food moves from the farm to dinner tables around the world.

As a member of the Lineage Logistics team, you are a critical link in the food supply chain.

At Lineage Logistics, helping to feed the world is more than a job – it’s a purpose we live every day.

Lineage is one of the world’s leading temperature-controlled logistics companies.

Driven by our core values, we’re reimagining the global food supply chain.

Lineage helps customers ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small family-owned businesses increase the efficiency and protect the integrity of their temperature-controlled supply chain.

In recognition of the company’s leading innovations, Lineage was recognized as the No 1. Data Science company on Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies in 2019, in addition to ranking 23rd overall in an evaluation of thousands of companies worldwide.

As part of the Lineage family, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career as we continually expand, using technology and award-winning innovations, to meet the needs of customers around the world.