Transportation Supervisor

Transportation Supervisor

Upper Lakes Foods is the largest independent, wholesale food distributor in Minnesota. The company has three facilities located in Cloquet, MN, Northfield, MN and Janesville, WI. We distribute food throughout the Upper Midwest. Upper Lakes Foods specializes in serving foodservice operators such as independent restaurants, assisted living facilities, schools, and national and regional foodservice chain accounts with a strong focus on customer service. Simply put, the mission is to build value for each customer, employee, supplier and community we serve by bringing the best; the best products, best people and best ideas.

As Transportation Supervisor in Northfield, you'll keep our delivery operation running smooth, safe, and DOT-ready-so customers get what they need, when they need it. Key responsibilities include: Leading and coaching delivery drivers; setting performance benchmarks and completing annual reviews; supporting recruiting, onboarding, training, and road tests for driver candidates; partnering with Logistics on routing and daily driver scheduling to hit service expectations; auditing driver files and DOT/ULF documentation; ensuring accurate completion and retention; reviewing operational reports to track performance and adjust headcount; addressing driver concerns, customer issues, and corrective action with HR as needed; promoting safe work practices and implementing process improvements that help drivers succeed. Required skills/experience include: 3+ years in transportation/logistics; prior supervision preferred; strong working knowledge of DOT regulations and practical application; experience with routing and scheduling in a daily food delivery environment; Microsoft Office; excellent organization, communication, and self-direction; valid Class A CDL preferred.

You'll start by checking staffing and the day's delivery plan, then touch base with Logistics and the warehouse to keep timing tight. Throughout the day you'll bounce between quick driver check-ins, paperwork spot-checks, and coaching moments that keep safety and service on track. When a curveball hits-weather, call-ins, a customer concern-you'll triage calmly, document cleanly, and keep things moving. Most days are daytime, with the occasional overnight depending on coverage. You'll wrap up by scanning key reports and lining up tomorrow's needs so the team is ready to roll.

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance 401(k) Life Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Competitive salary ($80,000) Paid Time Off

Typical office environment with desks, chairs, computer equipment/monitors, overhead shelves & filing cabinets. Sitting/Standing at workstation 50% of the time; standing/Walking away from workstation 50% of time; frequent telephone and face to face interaction; work includes walking through noisy warehouse environment. Work may include driving tractor trailer and delivering product. Schedule may vary; must be available to work weekends and holidays with little notice. Travel up to 25% of time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Core values include: Strong Work Ethic We believe in the value of hard work, perseverance and consistency of character. Positive Attitude We believe in encouraging a flexible, agreeable and well-adjusted work existence that promotes successful outcomes. Integrity We believe in honesty, truthfulness and consistency of our actions. Team Work We believe that work done by several individuals combined insures excellence of quality, safety and service. Professional Appearance We believe in maintaining an appearance that promotes good hygiene, neatness and appropriate business dress. Respectful Interaction We believe in creating a workplace where employees are treated fairly in a safe and positive environment.

If you like solving problems and keeping a team moving in the right direction, apply today.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.