Transportation Supervisor - PM

Taylor Farms; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. in Tolleson, AZ is hiring a Transportation Supervisor responsible for ensuring loads are delivered safely and on schedule.

You will coordinate drivers, verify documents, and monitor equipment and DVIRs to support reliable transportation operations. The role requires knowledge of transportation regulations, effective communication with customers and teams, and the ability to plan shifts, enforce safety standards, and invoice shipments accurately.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Transportation Industry.
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems.
• Working knowledge of MS Office with emphasis on Excel and Word.
• Ability to work any shift.
• Effective English communication, verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Ensure loads are delivered safely and on time; follow GMP and safety rules.
• Plan work assignments and schedules to keep drivers on time and meet transportation goals.
• Interpret transportation regulations, shipping orders, safety regs and company policies.
• Track loads, communicate with customers and personnel to exchange information and resolve issues.
• Verify drivers have tools and documents for trips.
• Monitor reports, time records, material use, and maintenance needs; review DVIRs.
• Explain tasks to new employees and assign training tasks to experienced staff.
• Recommend and implement measures to improve motivation, equipment performance, work methods, and customer service.
• Enforce FMCSA, DOT, and GMP guidelines; report accidents and incidents.
• Complete invoicing on time and accurately.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Communication skills

English proficiency

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Office

Job description

About Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc.

Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. is dedicated to being North America's favorite maker of salads and healthy fresh foods. Our "Taylor Family" includes nearly 12,000 team members who are passionate about making high quality, great tasting products for families across North America. As we continue to rapidly grow, we have a career opportunity available for a talented and motivated individual to join our Taylor Farms Arizona team as a Transportation Supervisor located in Tolleson, Arizona.

Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. is dedicated to being North America's favorite maker of salads and healthy fresh foods. Our "Taylor Family" includes nearly 12,000 team members who are passionate about making high quality, great tasting products for families across North America. As we continue to rapidly grow, we have a career opportunity available for a talented and motivated individual to join our Taylor Farms Arizona team as a Transportation Supervisor located in Tolleson, Arizona.

Job Summary

A Transportation Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that all loads are delivered safely and on time. Their responsibilities also include Invoicing the product so all documents are in the driver’s possession at time of departure.

Essential Functions (These are not intended to be all inclusive and are subject to changes):

• Must adhere to the following policies: Employee Safety, Food Safety and all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)


• Plan work assignments and establish schedules to ensure that the drivers are on time and that transportation goals and expectations are met


• Interpret transportation regulations, shipping orders, safety regulations, and TFSW policies and procedures for workers


• Tracking loads to ensure on time delivery and communicate appropriately with the customers and other personnel to exchange information and resolve problems


• Verify that the drivers have all the tools and documents needed to successfully complete their trips


• Monitor reports, time records, material use, and review DVIR’s to ensure that the equipment is maintained, and preventative maintenance is scheduled


• Explain and demonstrate work tasks to new employees and assign training tasks to experienced employees


• Recommend, implement, and maintain measures to improve employee motivation, equipment performance, work methods and customer services


• Enforce safety rules and ensure all drivers are operating within the guidelines of the FMCSA, DOT and GMP’s and properly report work-related accidents and incidents


• Having the invoicing completed on time and accurately


• All other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Knowledge of Transportation Industry


• Must have ability to make decisions and solve problems


• Must have a working knowledge of MS Office with emphasis on Excel and Word


• Have the ability to work any shift as needed


• Long periods of sitting, standing, and exposure to heat and cold, can be expected


• Able to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing and apply principles of good customer service to supervisors, peers, subordinates, and clients