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Overview:
- Manages and leads team of CDL-A Tractor Trailer Residual Drivers. Communicates company goals, safety practices, and deadlines.
Responsibilities:
- Supports Regional Fleet Manager
- Oversees residual drivers, equipment, and shipments at designated mill
- Monitors driver performance and compliance with federally regulated requirements
- Assists in the coaching of drivers on safety events, observations, and complaints
- Serves a liaison between mill/procurement management and NSE
- Cultivates relationships with third party carriers/contractors
- Assists in progressive discipline as required
- Generates and shares reports about team performance
- Assists management with hiring processes
- Travel Required (40%) Communicates travel plans to mill and Express management
- Perform related duties assigned by management
Qualifications:
- Education: College degree or equivalent work experience
- Experience: 2+ years’ experience in transportation/logistics of forest products
- Technology: Must be proficient with Microsoft office, i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel
- Core Competencies:
- Understanding of FMCSA regulations
- Manage work processes
- Excellent communication skills, writing, verbally and electronically
- Comfortable working in fast-paced environment
About New South Express:
New South Express is an award-winning transportation company that specializes in hauling lumber and wood product residuals across the southeast for our primary customer Canfor Southern Pine. Established in 1988 and acquired by Canfor in 2006. We hold ourselves to the highest trucking and hauling standards. Our state-of-the-art fleet is company-owned/leased and equipped with the newest equipment available, including dash cameras in every truck. Strong, in-house logistics provide fast and accurate delivery of every order. We strive to responsibly move employees and partners into the future together.
Don't check off every single bullet point? At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align
At Canfor, we embrace diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.
We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, criminal record checks, and drug testing, depending on the role and location.
Why Canfor? We're a global leader in low-carbon forest products like lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets, and green energy. We prioritize innovation, environmental practices, and community support. In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine, offering high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine.
Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety, well-being, and growth. We provide learning opportunities for skill development at every career stage, competitive compensation, and industry-leading benefits for employees and their families.
Join us today, and together, we can build a sustainable future.
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