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Full time associates at Fresh and Ready Foods are offered many fantastic benefits such as :

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Commuter Benefits

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance for Associates and Eligible Dependents

Short Term Disability (STD) and Long Term Disability (LTD)

Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

Discount Marketplace

And other voluntary benefits

Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here for information on additional company-provided time off benefits.

Job Summary

Job Summary :

Our Company is seeking a Transportation Manager . Working as a Transportation Manager, you will be responsible for managing and supervising the daily work activities of Drivers. You will be responsible for ensuring material movement is timely, cost-effective and in accordance with all applicable state and federal regulations. The primary focus of this position is to manage the delivery drivers.

Key Responsibilities :

Plans, organizes and manages the work / schedules of subordinate staff to ensure the work is accomplished and product delivered in a manner consistent with organizational and customer requirements

Assists with managing transportation team with responsibility training, developing, coaching, counseling and corrective actions as necessary and within corporate guidelines; building a positive culture, and implementing solutions to challenges

Supervises transportation in accordance with established policies and procedures; monitors and evaluates performance and fosters delegation culture of work tasks

Manages all Preventive Management and repair programs

Trains drivers and distribution personnel and teach safe driving practices

Oversees all transportation needs for the company as determined by General and / or Operations Manager

Directs and maintains company owned or leased fleet including ongoing maintenance and fleet rotation plan

Develops distribution / operations plan including key strategies

Continually improves operational efficiencies

Manages transportation personnel to ensure achievement of goals including a target of 98% on-time delivery

Ensures compliance of DOT regulations

Designs, implements and schedules DOT mandated Hazmat training sessions and Safety training sessions

On an as needed basis, responds to and demonstrates leadership in emergencies and special events (e.g., hurricanes, tornadoes, work strike / stoppage)

Preferred Qualifications :

The ability to communicate effectively in written format and oral presentations

The ability to multi-task and establish priorities

The ability to maintain organization in a changing environment

Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership

The ability to use experience of a working environment to meet established goals and objectives

Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of standards and implements Bateman company policies

Previous experience working in a contract dining environment and production kitchen

Strong Management skills

Passionate about food and innovation

ServSafe certification preferred

Fresh and Ready Foods maintains a drug-free workplace

About Compass Group : Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis

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