Transportation Supervisor

Veritiv

Georgia

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, CDL Driver's License, Class A License, Coaching, Communication Skills, Cost Control, Customer Support/Service, Device Drivers, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Forklift, High School Diploma, Leadership, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, LinkedIn, Logistics, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Mentoring, Operational Improvement, Operational Measurement, Operations Management, Order Picking/Packing, Pallet Jack, People Management, Physical Demands, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Property Maintenance, Property Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Statistics, Supply Chain, Systems Maintenance, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Vehicle Fleets, Warehousing
LOCATION
Georgia
POSTED
14 days ago

Job Purpose:

The Transportation Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of 8 CDL drivers to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient transportation operations. This role oversees DOT compliance, driver safety programs, camera monitoring systems, fleet performance, customer service, and daily route execution. The supervisor is accountable for maintaining regulatory compliance while driving operational excellence, cost control, and a culture of safety.

Job Responsibilities:

Review job orders to determine work priorities. Schedule repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment to ensure continuous production operations. 
Direct maintenance activities on utility systems to provide continuous supply of heat, steam, electric power, gas or air required for operations.
Develop preventive maintenance program in conjunction with staff/contractors. 
Review maintenance reports and statistics to plan and modify maintenance activities. 
Purchase tools, equipment, and supplies required for operations. 
Work with management to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment. 
Work closely with property management on building issues and upkeep of building maintenance.
Create and maintain Smart Sheets for various office projects assigned by Management.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications:

Additional Responsibilities:

Driver Leadership & Performance

DOT & Regulatory Compliance

Camera & Safety Management

Fleet Operations

Operational Excellence

Customer Service

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • 3+ years of transportation, logistics, or fleet supervisory experience.
  • Working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations.
  • Experience managing CDL drivers.
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency with transportation management systems and telematics platforms.
  • Ability to analyze driver safety and performance data.

Preferred

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business, or related field.
  • CDL Class A license.
  • Experience managing camera-based driver safety programs.
  • Experience with Samsara, Omnitracs, Geotab, or similar fleet technologies.

Work Experience:

5-10 years of related job experience.

Education:

High School Diploma/GED Preferred

Working Conditions:
The work environment for this position requires:
Regularly working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse where exposure to cold, heat, damp or humid conditions may occur.
Exposure to loud noise.
Exposure to dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles.

Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements listed below are representative of those needed to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 
Ability to lift, twist and carry up 50 - 75 pounds, manipulate (push and pull) up to 160 pounds of product with material handling equipment and skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds utilizing pallet jack.
Walking/Standing - walk throughout the warehouse to complete customer orders. Stand when operating order picker or reach truck equipment and when operating cutter.
Sitting - sit only when driving sit-down material handling equipment.  
Lifting - lift items weighing a few ounces up to 150 pounds with assistance .
Stooping - performed when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations. May bend at the waist.
Kneeling -  kneel when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job, and duties may change from time to time depending on our business needs.  

What We Offer

  • Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
  • Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
  • Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
  • Healthcare benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), life, AD&D, and disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and other fringe benefits.

About Veritiv

Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn.

About the Company

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