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SalaryAt Soli Organic, we want to change the way people access organic, sustainable, and affordable food by revolutionizing what nature does best: growing healthy, flavorful plants. We take what we know about the biology of growing the best produce, and then use technology to optimize nature’s processes. We do all of this in our proprietary, USDA-certified organic, soil-based, indoor system. For us, everything begins with soil; it is the foundational building blocks that enable us to provide an ecosystem in which plants can thrive.
Over the past 30 years, we've seen this mission spread beyond our wildest dreams. Today, we are an integrated food solutions group with a nation-wide presence, and an ambitious drive to continue to have a positive impact for consumers. So how did we reach this far? We are constantly learning from nature, and we are taking those lessons in innovative ways and creative solutions that will serve the community of consumers who are looking for flavorful, healthy, and sustainable produce options.
SUMMARY: The Transportation Supervisor is responsible for transportation activities; loader scheduling; paperwork/documentation; manages and serves as primary contact with all loaders. Coordinates loading and interacts with third-party drivers. Must be organized, detail-oriented, and possess the necessary skills to coach, develop, and hold their teammates accountable. This position reports to the Transportation Manager / General Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Represents the company’s core values. Respect for All Individuals, Win as One Team and Customer & Consumer Obsession. Maintains a positive attitude and is an initiator for continuous improvement.
- Meets the objectives as set forth by the site General Manager and or Transportation Manager
- Ensures timely pickup and delivery for internal and external customers. Possess critical thinking skills and the ability to perform Root Cause Analysis.
- Assists with oversight of fleet repairs and maintenance including but not limited to driver repair reporting, repair scheduling, and adherence to vendor turn around commitment.
- Oversees loader scheduling.
- Responsible for site DOT, FMCSA, FSMA and OSHA compliance.
- Assists with any loss of product, equipment, and cost of damage to the company and completes applicable reporting.
- Assist with driver qualification files for his/her site by ensuring they are maintained and up to date.
- Assists in driver and loader recruitment.
- Attends training sessions on DOT and other regulations as required.
- Participates and helps coordinate all training meetings as required.
- Accepts challenges, deals positively, and embraces diversity.
- Maintains a clean work environment.
- Adheres to all Safety and Food Safety policies and procedures.
- Reports and is accountable for notifying accordingly of observed safety concerns.
- Performs other duties as directed by management.
- Works well with all teammates.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent work experience.
Experience: 1-3 years of Logistics/Transportation/Distribution experience, less Than Truckload Outbound Supervisor experience.
Language Fluency: No specific language requirements; bi-lingual English/Spanish fluency preferred.
Technology: MS Office Suite, Word, including advanced Excel, Outlook, and strong keyboarding skillsets required.
About Soli Organic:
We believe that accessing organic, sustainable, flavorful foods provides an opportunity for people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures to enjoy high quality produce. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity in the workplace equally and ensure that everyone feels a sense of inclusion, participation and belonging. We also aim to extend this commitment to the partners we work with and the communities we serve. We are constantly listening, learning, and evolving to deliver on these principles. We are proud of our collaborative culture. Our diverse employee population shares our fundamental core values of Respect for All Individuals, Customer Obsession and Winning as One Team, which creates a culture that attracts top talent, forming the foundation for a great place to work!
At Soli Organic, we embrace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived. As part of the Company’s commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations, up to the point of undue hardship, to candidates at any stage, including to individuals with disabilities.
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