TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR (AM SHIFT)- OAK CREEK, WI

Compass Group USA; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Canteen, a member of Compass Group USA, in Oak Creek, WI is seeking a Transportation Supervisor (AM Shift) to lead the loading team and ensure safe, accurate, and on-time outbound loads. The role collaborates with Transportation, Warehouse, and Operations to support reliable deliveries and customer service.

We value strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• Prior experience in warehouse, distribution, or loading operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and load accuracy; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily truck-loading activities and assign staff by workload and routes.
• Ensure products are staged, loaded accurately, and secured for transport.
• Verify load accuracy, quantities, and route assignments before departure.
• Identify and resolve loading issues, shortages, and damages.
• Lead, coach, and develop loading team members and promote accountability.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings and train on safety and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe loading area and communicate with drivers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift experience

Pallet jack

Job description

TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR (AM SHIFT)- OAK CREEK, WI

Schedule: 4am start - 12:30pm

Position Title:TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR (AM SHIFT)- OAK CREEK, WI

Fresh & Ready Food Group is a member of Canteen. Canteen sets the national standard for excellence in automated retail, and EVERY segment of our business is thriving. We employ the best team in the industry and their dedication, collaboration and passion fuel our growth. YOU bring enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. TOGETHER we’ll continue transforming the micro-market, dining, coffee, and vending industry.

Come grow with us. We are Canteen.

JOB SUMMARY

The Truck Loader Supervisor oversees daily loading operations to ensure outbound trucks are loaded safely, accurately, efficiently, and on schedule. This role leads the loading team and partners with Transportation, Warehouse, and Operations teams to support on-time deliveries and exceptional customer service.

RESPONSIBILITES

• Supervise daily truck-loading activities and assign employees based on workload and route priorities.
• Ensure products are properly staged, loaded accurately, and secured for transport.
• Verify load accuracy, product quantities, and route assignments before departure.
• Identify and resolve loading errors, shortages, damaged product, and staging issues.
• Monitor loading progress and ensure routes depart on schedule.
• Lead, coach, and develop loading team members while promoting accountability and teamwork.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings covering priorities, staffing, productivity, and safety expectations.
• Train employees on loading procedures, equipment operation, product handling, and safety standards.
• Enforce safety policies, PPE requirements, and safe material-handling practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe loading environment.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, warehouse personnel, and transportation leadership regarding route readiness and operational issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, accuracy, and productivity.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience in warehouse, distribution, transportation, logistics, or loading operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to load accuracy.
• Basic computer skills and experience using operational systems.

PREFERRED

• Previous supervisory or team lead experience.
• Experience in food distribution, warehouse, transportation, or route-delivery operations.
• Forklift and/or pallet jack experience.
• Knowledge of route-based delivery operations.

WORKING CONDIDTIONS

• Fast-paced warehouse and loading dock environment.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Exposure to moving equipment, loading docks, varying temperatures, and outdoor conditions.
• May require evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as business needs dictate.
• Must follow all company safety policies and PPE requirements.

Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA

Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.