• Job Description

  Req#: req1553
  Trucking Supervisor
  
  
  Location – This is an onsite role that works at the Organic Valley Trucking Garage in Viroqua, WI.
  Employee Type – Salaried
  Bonus – This position is eligible for a 5% annual incentive bonus based on cooperative and individual performance.
  Safety Sensitive – Yes
  
  If a company is going to make a difference in today’s world, it’s going to have to think differently. At Organic Valley, our philosophy and decisions are based on the health and welfare of people, animals and the earth. We’re a mission-driven cooperative, owned by family farmers, and we’ve been leaders in organic agriculture from the very beginning. Once pioneers of organic agriculture, we’re now an established leader. Organic is all we do. We are driven by our mission to promote regional farm diversity and economic stability by the means of organic agricultural methods and the sale of certified organic products.
  
  Summary of Role
  The Trucking Supervisor is responsible for all activities associated with the company owned commercial fleet transporting raw milk, shell eggs, produce, and finished goods. This role creates a results-oriented culture focused on safety and compliance while implementing tactics to increase overall efficiency. This position’s direct reports include all Milk Truck Drivers. This is a safety sensitive position.
  
  Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Uphold all safety, compliance, and transportation regulations to meet DOT and OSHA requirements.
  • Manage weekly/monthly scheduling for drivers and equipment to ensure on-time pickup and delivery.
  • Work closely with the Safety department to roll out and maintain all required programs.
  • Assist the Pools Operations teams with route development and changes.
  • Innovate and implement change to support safety, reduce costs, lead-time reductions and technology enhancements.
  • Communicate performance expectations and hold staff accountable by providing timely feedback and coaching as needed and conducting driver ride alongs on a biannual basis.
  • Perform milk tank inspections and ensure proper certifications are up to date.
  • Provide back-up coverage for route drivers as needed.
  • Handle confidential information with discretion.
  Additional Duties and Responsibilities
  • Travel as required to industry events, vendors, or regional CROPP events as needed.
  • Lead weekly team meetings and quarterly department events.
  • Assists in ensuring compliance with record keeping requirements including state and federal taxes, vehicle and driver licensing (Commercial Driving as well as Weighing and Measuring), drug & alcohol testing, medical certification, vehicle maintenance and inspection records, invoices, Bills of Lading, milk tickets and other related documents.
  • Assist in implementing and maintaining necessary fleet capacity to meet the current and future needs of the business.
  • Routinely report on monthly financial results of fleet operations and provide analysis for improvement opportunities and problem solving.
  • Assist with developing and managing annual operating budgets and capital plans as well as managing contracts, rates, and service schedules for fleet operations through effective allocation and management of resources.
  • Participate in negotiating the purchase of equipment such as trucks, trailers, and parts.
  • Ensures operational practices are compliant with Federal, State, and Local laws relating to transportation of goods including DOT, OSHA, FMCSR and PMO.
  • Other duties as assigned by Manager.
  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience managing fleet and transportation operations preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or related field preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience managing budgets, contracts and negotiations required.
  • Thorough knowledge of DOT, FMCSA and Clearinghouse regulations required.
  • Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations required.
  • Tank Inspections/Grading
  • Track all applicable records/certifications/licenses for drivers to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Critical thinking and decision-making skills while working under pressure and maintaining deadlines required.
  • Demonstrated experience leading teams including fostering teamwork while developing effective interpersonal collaboration.
  • Ability to effectively coach, guide and develop team members required.
  • High level of success effectively coaching and developing team members required.
  • High level verbal and written communication skills; ability to clearly express ideas in a concise and professional manner.
  • Excellent computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Teams required, experience in fleet optimization software preferred.
  • High Capacity for stress in fast-paced service-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work evening and weekends as needed.
  • Must possess and maintain Class A CDL, FedMed card, State of Wisconsin Bulk Milk Weigher and Sampler License.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly, occasionally lift up to 100 pounds with assistance, ability to push/pull objects up to 2,500 pounds using material handling equipment.
    
  Base salary range: $66,185.60 - $80,215.20 per year
  This salary range is exclusive of fringe benefits. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary bonuses. If you are hired at CROPP, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, and/or experience. Additionally, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that entry-level candidates to this role should expect to be at the lower end of the salary range and hiring at the maximum of the salary range is not typical.
  
  Benefits
  We believe when our people are strong, our mission is strong. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive and holistic Total Rewards package meant to strengthen employees’ and their family's total wellbeing. Here are some of the great benefits offered:
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance - Choice of plans for you and your family, including some that can be paired with an HSA (which CROPP contributes to on your behalf)
  • Supplemental insurances: we offer accidental insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity insurance.
  • Time Off – 136 hours in the 1st year of employment prorated by start date. Plus 9 paid holidays, plus one floating holiday to use at will.
  • 6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave – For all gendered partners in childbirth or adoption.
  • Vision & Dental Insurance – Free annual eye exam, discounts on glasses/contacts, flexible dental network, adult ortho.
  • 401k – We match 100% up to the first 3% of an employee’s contribution, and then 50% for 3.1%-5.0% of employee contributions.
  • Free services at five local Neighborhood Family Clinics.
  • Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $1,500 per year to support continuing higher education.
  • Life Insurance - $50,000 policy funded by CROPP for each employee. Supplemental voluntary coverage available for employees, spouses, and children.
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D Insurance - $50,000 of life insurance coverage of $50,000 of AD&D coverage funded by CROPP for each employee.
  • Employee Assistance Program - Free and Confidential for employees, spouses, and dependents.
  • Free biometric screenings (cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure) and health coaching.
  • Financial advisors and seminars
  • Annual $360 Lifestyle Spending Account
  • Flexible Scheduling

• About the company

  Organic Valley is an organic food brand and independent cooperative of organic farmers based in La Farge, Wisconsin, United States.

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