TRANSPORTATION MANAGER - LONGVIEW, TX - #246717

Fresh & Ready Foods

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000 / year

Other Forms of Compensation: Yearly Bonus Opportunity

Growth. Opportunity. Excellence.

Fresh & Ready Foods is a member of Canteen. Canteen sets the national standard for excellence in automated retail, and EVERY segment of our business is thriving. We employ the best team in the industry and their dedication, collaboration and passion fuel our growth . YOU bring enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. TOGETHER we’ll continue transforming the micro-market, dining, coffee, and vending industry.

Come grow with us. We are Canteen.

Job Summary:

Fresh & Ready Foods is seeking a Transportation Manager. This position will have a strong emphasis on vehicle maintenance, diesel maintenance, with a preference for reefers, fleet management and expertise in identifying / addressing mechanical defects. You will be responsible for ensuring material movement is timely, cost-effective and in accordance with all applicable state and federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes and manages the work/schedules of subordinate staff to ensure the work is accomplished and product delivered in a manner consistent with organizational and customer requirements
• Assists with managing transportation team with responsibility training, developing, coaching, counseling and corrective actions as necessary and within corporate guidelines; building a positive culture, and implementing solutions to challenges
• Supervises transportation in accordance with established policies and procedures; monitors and evaluates performance and fosters delegation culture of work tasks
• Manages all Preventive Management and repair programs
• Trains drivers and distribution personnel and teach safe driving practices
• Oversees all transportation needs for the company as determined by General and/or Operations Manager
• Directs and maintains company owned or leased fleet including ongoing maintenance and fleet rotation plan
• Develops distribution/operations plan including key strategies
• Continually improves operational efficiencies
• Manages transportation personnel to ensure achievement of goals including a target of 98%+ on-time delivery
• Ensures compliance of DOT regulations
• Designs, implements and schedules DOT mandated Hazmat training sessions and Safety training sessions
• On an as needed basis, responds to and demonstrates leadership in emergencies and special events (e.g., hurricanes, tornadoes, work strike/stoppage)
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Heavy Focus on Vehicle & Diesel Maintenance - preferred!
• Reefer Truck experience - preferred!
• DOT and FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) experience
• The ability to communicate effectively in written format and oral presentations
• The ability to multi-task and establish priorities
• The ability to maintain organization in a changing environment
• Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership
• The ability to use experience of a working environment to meet established goals and objectives
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of standards and implements Bateman company policies
• Previous experience working in a contract dining environment and production kitchen
• Strong Management skills
• Passionate about food and innovation
• ServSafe certification preferred
  
  

Apply to Canteen today!

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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave
  
  

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1412261

Fresh & Ready Foods

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