Transportation Team Lead: Driver Coaching & Safety

Upper Lakes Foods, Inc.; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Lakes Foods, Inc. in Northfield, MN is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to lead a team of delivery drivers, uphold safety standards, and ensure DOT compliance while supporting daily logistics operations.

You will optimize routing, manage driver schedules, monitor performance metrics, and collaborate with HR on coaching and corrective actions. The role requires 3+ years in transportation or logistics with leadership experience and strong knowledge of DOT regulations, plus proficiency in

Qualifications

• 3+ years in transportation, distribution or logistics with leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and compliant practice.
• Experience with route planning and driver scheduling in a fast-paced delivery environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop delivery drivers through performance management and evaluations.
• Support driver recruitment, onboarding, and road tests.
• Collaborate with Logistics to optimize routing and daily driver schedules.
• Maintain and audit driver qualification files and DOT compliance records.
• Analyze operational reports to identify trends and improve efficiency.
• Address driver and customer concerns, partnering with HR on corrective action.
• Champion safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across the team.

Skills

Leadership

DOT regulations

Route planning

Fleet operations

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Upper Lakes Foods, Inc. in Northfield, MN is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to lead a team of delivery drivers, uphold safety standards, and ensure DOT compliance while supporting daily logistics operations.

You will optimize routing, manage driver schedules, monitor performance metrics, and collaborate with HR on coaching and corrective actions. The role requires 3+ years in transportation or logistics with leadership experience and strong knowledge of DOT regulations, plus proficiency in