Transportation Supervisor

Make a Difference Every Day with Foster!

Positively impact people! In this role you will effect change, be yourself, and have a positive impact on our company our community and our future! In this role you will supervise and perform all relative facets and functions of a transportation team including: drivers, cross-dock operations, offloading transfers, preparing local routes, ensuring driver success and route running as needed.

Who You Are:

• Self-motivated and highly organized, with a keen eye for optimizing processes.
• Passionate about providing an exceptional customer experience and finding solutions to challenges.
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and supports the success of others.
• A proactive leader who embraces change and fosters a positive workplace culture.
• Committed to community engagement and making a meaningful impact.

What You’ll Do:

As a Transportation Supervisor, your day will be a balance of leadership and hands-on action. You’ll:

• Supervise and coordinate daily transportation activities, ensuring timely and efficient deliveries.
• Lead safety initiatives, including training, policy adherence, accident reporting, and compliance investigations.
• Participate in employee selection, hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance evaluations.
• Prepare driver schedules, track attendance, manage PTO requests, and verify time card accuracy.
• Ensure drivers complete all necessary tasks, including pre/post-trip DVIRs, paperwork, technology usage, and route preparation.
• Review daily activity, provide constructive feedback, and collaborate with the Transportation Router to optimize route planning.
• Foster a culture of accountability and engagement among drivers, ensuring high performance and job satisfaction.
• Oversee compliance with all company policies, government regulations, and safety procedures.
• Ensure fleet readiness by verifying that all equipment is in working order and coordinating necessary repairs.
• Conduct driver meetings and provide ongoing support to ensure smooth operations.

• Interact professionally with external customers, identifying and implementing solutions to improve service.
• Assist in dispatching, managing fleet compliance with DOT standards, and working with external service providers as needed.

What You Bring to the Table:

• A passion for making a positive impact on people and fostering a fun and engaging work environment.
• Strong ability to plan and coordinate workflow while effectively managing resources.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Delivery Driver in an LTL or small package environment.
• Current DOT medical card for truck moves and deliveries.
• Proficiency in DOT Hours of Service regulations and experience with ELD software (e.g., Samsara, PeopleNet, Omnitracs).
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, MS Teams, and ADP.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence.
• Experience operating powered lift equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks).
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess situations, determine actions, and communicate solutions effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with Produce Pro software or an AS/400 platform is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to lead teams, provide feedback, and drive continuous improvement.
• Ability to successfully dispatch drivers, conduct pre-shift meetings, and adjust schedules as necessary.
• Strong customer service skills, with the ability to collaborate with external customers for mutual success.
• Ability to manage and maintain a fleet of trucks in compliance with DOT standards, including coordination with external service providers.