Driver Supervisor

Location: University Park, ILDepartment: Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI)Reports To: Assistant Transportation ManagerSalary Range: $70,927 - $106,390 annually, plus bonus opportunityAs a Driver Supervisor, you will be responsible for driver assignments, scheduling, and coordinating product movements to customers, vendors, and distribution centers through the efficient use and management of company equipment, fleet, and drivers, in addition to various duties as determined by the Transportation Manager.WHAT YOU’LL DOAdhere to all guaranteed inbound product movements, such as inbound vendor purchase orders for both Dot Foods and internal company transfersManage driver assignment for all loads, inbound and outboundAssist in the coordination of product transfer to other distribution centersPerform specific duties in measuring and reporting driver payroll, service levels, fleet performance, etc.Lead continuous improvement efforts while applying lean thinking and tools to eliminate waste.YOU MUST HAVE Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Dot experienceKnowledge of D.O.T., Federal and State regulations for drivers and equipmentWorking knowledge of federal Hours of Service regulationsAbility to work in a constantly changing environmentYOU MAY ALSO HAVEEffective communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office applicationsEffective planning, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skillsROLE SPECIFICSTravel – Occasional overnight travel to other company facilities or outside facilities for training. Must have ability to travel independently as needed, without restriction by all modes of transportation, including car, plane, or train.Schedule – Monday – Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with ability to work flexible hours (weekend, night shift, and on-call) based upon facility needsWHO WE ARE Dot Foods, a pioneer in the food industry supply chain, created Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) in 1994 to transport product. Our fleet has since grown to over 1,800 trucks, all maintained by our own team of trained mechanics. As we’ve grown, we haven’t lost sight of caring for our best-in-class ­drivers. We’ve had zero layoffs in our company’s history and continue to make our benefits more competitive.WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOUAs a family-owned and -operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performanceExtensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharingSignificant advancement opportunitiesSafety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules, and policies regarding safety.EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal, or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.