Transportation Specialist - Night Shift
$30,000–$30,000 year
On-siteAuburn, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
Oversee daily activities of assigned Class A CDL drivers and company equipment, ensuring pickups and deliveries execute safely, efficiently, and in compliance with DOT, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, and OSHA standards. Monitor driver performance, ELD compliance, and Hours of Service; track KPIs including loaded-mile percentage, on-time service, and asset utilization. Coordinate with the engineering team to address capacity needs, resolve service issues, and support operational efficiency. Manage attendance, enforce corrective actions, and communicate with drivers, customers, and leadership. Maintain accurate TMS records using platforms like TMW, Samsara, and SSRS. This role supports ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certification programs.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in management, business, logistics, transportation, or a related field
- Minimum of three years of related supervisory experience
- Valid Class D driver's license
- Must be eligible for coverage under applicable company motor-vehicle insurance policies
- Must be able to lift, push, or manage equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds
- Overtime, weekend, and holiday work availability
Desired Qualifications
- Transportation or logistics industry experience
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive
- Experience with transportation management systems such as TMW or McLeod
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
- Knowledge of C-TPAT requirements and transportation safety practices
- Ability to coach and mentor drivers while maintaining accountability and enforcing company policies
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced operating environment
- Strong judgment, integrity, work ethic, organizational ability, and attention to detail
- Ability to identify underlying issues, resolve operational problems, and respond effectively to changing conditions
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with drivers, customers, coworkers, leadership, and the public
- Ability to prepare detailed reports, correspondence, and operational documentation
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