Transportation Supervisor – Tunkhannock – USA

Job Description

• Oversee the operations of the truck fleet to assure that high service levels are attained at minimum expense.
• Responsible for developing an accurate means of record keeping to effectively monitor shipments and drivers.
• Maintain accurate files on vehicle use, condition, and maintenance
• Ensure tractors and trailers are effectively utilized by developing efficient delivery schedules
• Implement an inspection program to safeguard the equipment and a maintenance program to keep equipment in effective operating condition
• Recommend the appropriate specifications for new equipment
• Recommend programs to the Transportation Manager on improving the operation of the fleet
• Provide a level of delivery service that meets or exceeds customer expectations
• Direct the operations of the clerical staff and drivers to achieve prescribed objectives
• Develop and maintain a productive work team by hiring, training, and professional development
• Match the skill and background of associates to the work required
• Apply sound communication and motivational techniques, supervise, counsel, and discipline subordinates
• Implement performance evaluation system for recommending promotions, wage increases, and terminations
• Implement a driver safety program
• Process bills of lading, making sure that proper charges are billed in the appropriate manner
• Establish a trip reporting procedure and process the trip reports from all drivers and shipments
• Assure the timely creation and filing of Department of Transportation reports

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, required
• 0 to 3 years experience in transportation and fleet management, required