About the Role
The Transportation Manager will manage company and contract CDL drivers under FMCSA and DOT guidelines, customer service, driver efficiency, and load factors.
Key Activities
Supports company operations by maintaining office systems and staff, reporting directly to General Manager.
Services customers by arranging transportation in the most efficient manner and maintains the highest service level reasonable.
Hiring of drivers, managing and hiring owner operators, following and tracking sites FMCSA scores, conducts driver safety meeting and directs the truck/trailer shop.
In some cases, the manager will also oversee the maintenance and repair of customer equipment.
Completes operational requirements by scheduling and assigning drivers, following up on work results. This includes data entry in the S2SQL system in building BOL's.
Assigns out bound finish shipments, if required for that region.
Keeps management informed by reviewing and analyzing daily/weekly efficiency reports; summarizing information; identifying trends for the trucking operation.
Maintains Load Efficiency within maximum legal weight (including axles).
Route drivers in a manner that reduces non-productive (not on the road) time.
Minimize driver and shop overtime.
Conduct safety meeting and timely incident investigations.
Customers are not to wait for service longer than agreed upon time.
Communication between customers and dispatch is such a way that the customer always knows what they can expect and is notified when there are any changes in plans.
Communicates closely with the plant manage.
Preferred Skills
Responsible for customer pickups at the supplier sites in a 24/7 service environment.
Customer service experience and college degree desired.
Education and Experience
Five years of experience in the trucking industry and knowledge of trucking regulations are required.
Manage company and contract CDL drivers under FMCSA and DOT guidelines; customer service; driver efficiency, and load factors
About Us
Finding a great opportunity that fosters growth, a great culture, and leadership opportunities can be difficult. Top Quality Recruitment (TQR) connects professionals with leadership opportunities across the Packaging, Food and Beverage, Medical Devices, and Biotechnology industries. With 50+ years of experience, we believe in one-to-one communication and finding the best candidate/employer match possible.
TQR is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.
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