Transportation Team Leader - Drive Efficiency & Safety

ADUSA Distribution

South Portland (ME)

On-site

USD 63,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

ADUSA Transportation is seeking a hands-on Transportation Supervisor in South Portland, ME to lead a team in a fast-paced distribution center. You will partner with the Operations Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure safe, efficient product flow and meet production goals.

The role emphasizes talent development, performance coaching, safety compliance, and continuous improvement across the DC. You will shape the culture, drive accountability, and implement process improvements while

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of experience in a distribution or warehouse environment.
  • Prior experience supervising or leading teams (preferred).
  • High school diploma or equivalent (required).
  • Certified on powered industrial equipment, where applicable.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise day-to-day activities for the department.
  • Develop talent through hiring, onboarding, training, and coaching.
  • Drive operational excellence with cross-functional collaboration (Receiving, Shipping, Transportation, Inventory).
  • Monitor staffing levels and adjust resources to meet production demands.
  • Enforce safety, accuracy, and compliance with company policies.
  • Lead departmental meetings and coordinate with other departments to minimize disruptions.
  • Champion continuous improvement and lean practices to reduce waste.
  • Support business goals with accurate reports and insights to DC Leadership.
  • Lead assigned projects and implement procedural improvements to boost efficiency.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Conflict resolution
Team supervision
Staff development
Coaching
Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Powered industrial equipment cert

Job description

ADUSA Transportation is seeking a hands-on Transportation Supervisor in South Portland, ME to lead a team in a fast-paced distribution center. You will partner with the Operations Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure safe, efficient product flow and meet production goals.

The role emphasizes talent development, performance coaching, safety compliance, and continuous improvement across the DC. You will shape the culture, drive accountability, and implement process improvements while

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