TRANSPORTATION MANAGER, NIGHT
Company: US Foods, Inc.
Location: Auburn
Posted on: October 10, 2024
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Job Description:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - --- Lead with a safety
mindset that ensures that every US Foods associate, our customers,
and the general public with whom our drivers interact remain injury
free, always. Champion safety procedures, processes and training to
create and maintain a safety-first culture in the Transportation
department.--- Oversee and develop drivers and Transportation
associates through one-on-one coaching, training on policy and
procedures, assisting in problem resolution when required, and
leading by example. Ensure all drivers and other Transportation
department associates are appropriately trained in job duties as
well as safety and legal responsibilities.--- Oversee and develop
drivers and Transportation associates by discussing performance
with Sr. Transportation Managers and creating plans to address
gaps.--- Create an atmosphere in which upward communication is
encouraged, and motivate associates to achieve department goals and
objectives.--- Direct and supervise the work and productivity of
drivers and clerical associates within the Transportation
department. Drive associate engagement and retention, and create a
culture that embodies US Foods values.--- Build high-performing
teams by participating in interviewing and hiring Transportation
personnel, in conjunction with Sr. Transportation Managers. Review
performance, coach on service and safety targets, and deliver
disciplinary action.--- Monitor production goals and maintain a
zero-error attitude to ensure accuracy and customer satisfaction.
Anticipate, analyze and troubleshoot problems with deliveries and
devise cost-effective and legal solutions; act to implement same.
Ensure team understands and adheres to DOT regulations.--- Identify
and stop waste, and improve processes to complete work more safely
and efficiently.--- Conduct routine Safety and Driver
Meetings.Oversee maintenance of driver qualification files.---
Investigate all accidents, maintain an accident file, track causes
and take appropriate preventative action.--- Effectively schedule
working shifts by leveraging appropriate planning tools (i.e.,
Microsoft Excel)--- Other duties assigned by manager. -In
Washington, the expected compensation for this role is between
$70,000 and $92,000. -This role is also eligible for an annual
incentive plan bonus. -Benefits for this role include health
insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid
time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock
purchase plan, and life insurance. -To review available benefits,
please click here:
https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.SUPERVISION:---
Direct: Union and/or non-union DriversRELATIONSHIPS--- Internal:
Transportation leaders and coworkers; Drivers; Warehouse leaders;
Internal customers across departments (e.g., Sales)--- External:
CustomersWORK ENVIRONMENT--- May spend significant amount of time
on the road. Must spend portion of working time in a truck with
drivers, exposed to noise and vibration levels which may be higher
than those typically experienced in passenger cars. Will spend time
in an office working on a computer.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSRelated
Experience/Requirements:--- Minimum of three years of experience in
transportation/delivery or warehouse distribution required.---
Minimum of one year of experience overseeing a workforce
required.--- Experience as a driver a
plus.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: - --- Broad knowledge of
transportation/delivery operations, methods and procedures.---
Strong leadership, communication and people development skills.---
Strong understanding of DOT requirements. Familiarity with
inventory control, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements.---
Ability to interpret financial and operational data.--- Basic
computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office).Travel:---10% travel
required, typically for mandatory meetings and/or training.
----Education/Training:--- High school diploma or GED required;
college degree preferred.PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:--- Must be able
to perform the following physical activities for described length
of time:OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% /
CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVERJOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:
FREQUENCY:STAND: OCCASIONALLYWALK: OCCASIONALLYDRIVE VEHICLE 1:
FREQUENTLYSIT: FREQUENTLYLIFT1-10 lbs (Sedentary):
OCCASIONALLY11-20 lbs (Light): OCCASIONALLY21-50 lbs (Medium):
OCCASIONALLY51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLYOver 100 lbs (Very
Heavy): NEVERCARRY1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY11-20 lbs
(Light): OCCASIONALLY21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY51-100 lbs
(Heavy): OCCASIONALLYOver 100 lbs (Very Heavy): NEVERPUSH/PULL 2:
OCCASIONALLYCLIMB/BALANCE 3: OCCASIONALLYSTOOP/SQUAT:
OCCASIONALLYKNEEL: OCCASIONALLYBEND: OCCASIONALLYREACH ABOVE
SHOULDER: OCCASIONALLYTWIST: OCCASIONALLYGRASP OBJECTS 4:
OCCASIONALLYMANIPULATE OBJECTS 5: OCCASIONALLYMANUAL DEXTERITY 6:
OCCASIONALLY1 (Drive Vehicle: Van, pallet jack)2 (Push/Pull: Hand
truck, dolly, product)3 (Climb/Balance: In/out of trucks)4 (Grasp
Objects: Pens, telephone, paper, computer mouse, boxes, hand truck
handle/control, dolly handle, steering wheel)5 (Manipulate Objects:
Paper files, spread sheets, boxes of product, hand truck/dolly gear
shift)6 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as
copiers, printers)
Keywords: US Foods, Inc., Kent , TRANSPORTATION MANAGER, NIGHT, Executive , Auburn, Washington
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