What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Supervisor position at Edwards Wood Products Inc. Transportation?
General Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Manage and mentor a team of dispatchers, drivers, and shop personal day to day
- Monitor hours of service to ensure compliance with USDOT FMCSA regulations
- Monitor drivers to ensure safety and efficiency
- Make sure drivers follow all company rules and regulations (late arrivals, absentee, PTO procedures and FMLA protocol etc.)
- Ensure vehicles are serviced and repaired in a timely manner
- Resolve any issues that arise during the transportation process, including accidents, conflicts and delays
- Work with transportation management team to implement transportation policies and procedures to ensure compliance with transportation regulations and company standards
- May work extended hours or on weekends depending on the needs of the company
- Spends the majority of the day in an office and on the Edwards Wood Products Laurinburg yard site
Job Requirements:
- Experience:
o The ability to balance multiple tasks along with strong communication skills is essential, also including providing an overall team atmosphere.
o Quantitative, practical intellect and problem-solving skills.
o Detailed oriented with a focus on results.
o High level of self-confidence, flexibility and integrity.
o Prefer working knowledge of TMW/TMS and PeopleNet tractor on-board software(s).
o Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Location: Laurinburg NC
Reports to: Transportation Operations Manager (also in conjunction with Safety Director of Transportation, Office Systems Manager, and the Maintenance Manager)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person