Transportation Supervisor - PM

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

Job summary

Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. in Tolleson, Arizona is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to oversee on-time deliveries and ensure all invoicing documents accompany shipments.

Responsibilities include planning driver schedules, monitoring compliance with FMCSA/DOT and GMPs, and coordinating with customers and colleagues to resolve problems promptly. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of the transportation industry, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and

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 as needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Customer service oriented to supervisors and clients.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Safety, GMP and all company policies.
• Plan work assignments and schedules for drivers to meet goals.
• Interpret transportation regulations, shipping orders, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Track loads to ensure on-time delivery and communicate with customers and staff to resolve problems.
• Verify drivers have tools and documents for trips.
• Monitor reports, time records and maintenance schedules for equipment.
• Explain and demonstrate tasks to new employees and assign training tasks.
• Recommend and implement measures to improve motivation, equipment performance, work methods and customer service.
• Enforce FMCSA/DOT guidelines and report any incidents.
• Ensure invoicing is completed on time and accurately.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Transportation industry knowledge

Decision making

MS Office (Excel & Word)

Communication skills (English)

Shift flexibility

Physical stamina

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.

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