Darling Ingredients

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Job Summary The Transportation Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the fleet, ensuring customer base is provided prompt & efficient service by our team of drivers. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. • Supervision of the Fleet Manager and Route Supervisor in relation to daily operations of the fleet. • Responsible for transportation of raw materials; schedules all outgoing finished product and the transportation of such. • Responsible for all routes and routing process; makes changes as necessary to ensure route efficiency; schedules all drivers ensuring compliance with DOT regulations. • Sets schedules and start times for raw materials transfer drivers to ensure a constant flow of material to the plant. • Involved in hiring, training, and safety orientation of new drivers. • Monitors DOT logs and driver timecards to guarantee drivers operate within regulations. • Responsible for maintaining current accounts and enlisting new accounts in designated area. Provides prompt, efficient, quality service to all customers in area. • All other duties as assigned by management. Minimum Qualifications • High school diploma or GED. • Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in route-based processes; to include: • prior route delivery driving. • supervision of route drivers. Preferred Qualifications • Valid CDL Class A driver's license with clean driving record. • Can communicate clearly in verbal and written form. • Highly organized; superior time management skills. • Able to maintain composure in difficult situations; adaptable to changing situations. • Leadership ability; able to direct and supervise others. Physical Demands • Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, bend, and kneel. • Occasionally will assist with pushing, pulling, moving or lifting up to 100lbs. • Regularly required reach with hands and arms. Work Environment Job functions will be carried out at a plant location, customer locations, and in company vehicle. Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or, protected veteran status. EEO is the Law: If you would like more information, please click on the link or paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/eeo-law-poster Job Posted by ApplicantPro