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Join Kemps, a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), and help deliver high-quality dairy products to customers throughout the region. We are seeking a Transportation/Distribution Supervisor to lead daily transportation operations, supervise drivers, and ensure safe, efficient, and on-time product delivery. This role is ideal for a hands-on logistics leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about safety, customer service, and team development. Shift: 1st Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Supervise and provide daily directions to drivers to ensure safe, efficient operations and excellent customer service.
- Coordinate routing, load assignments, equipment utilization, and delivery schedules to meet business and customer requirements.
- Monitor transportation activities and make real-time adjustments to routes, deliveries, and pickups as needed.
- Utilize routing and transportation technology to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize delivery performance.
- Create employee schedules, approve timekeeping, manage overtime, and support staffing needs.
- Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate transportation records, driver documentation, inspection reports, and operational paperwork.
- Coach, train, and develop employees through performance feedback, safety observations, and compliance audits.
- Participate in on-call coverage and respond to operational emergencies as needed.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field preferred.
- 4+ years of transportation, distribution, or logistics experience required; DSD experience strongly preferred.
- 2+ years of driver supervision experience required.
- Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and other transportation regulations.
- Experience with routing software, GPS systems, transportation technology, and fleet monitoring tools (Samsara preferred).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Class A CDL preferred.
- Ability to pass all pre-employment screenings, including drug, criminal background, and driving record checks.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Benefits Package available 1st of the month after start date
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Competitive pay
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Career growth opportunities - we promote from within!
- Service recognition and employee rewards
- Employee referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Work for dairy farm families
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
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