Driver Manager - 9:00pm to 6:30am

Description

Job Title: Driver Manager

Department: Transportation

Reports To: Transportation Operations Manager

Position Type: Full Time

Schedule: 9:00pm to 6:30am, Monday through Friday

Salary Range: $80,000.00 to $95,000.00/Yearly

Purpose of PositionTo assist in the leadership of the Allen Distribution Fleet to meet the goals of the departmentTo contribute to the long term success of the organization

Values and Business PracticesCustomer First – We deliver on what we promise to our customers with a positive attitudeWe treat everybody with respect and dignityWe operate with high business ethicsWe are a good corporate citizenWe value our professional relationshipsWe strive to have a Continuous Improvement CultureWe are committed to the safety of our employees and our equipment/facilitiesOur expectation is that all employees, customers, vendors will perform in a manner that will ensure long term success.

Company Expectations

Flexibility

Works the hours needed to support the business goals (including overtime, weekends and holidays). Remains open-minded, performs a wide variety of job tasks, transitions from task to task effectively (multi-task).

Reliability

Always present and punctual; arrives prepared for work. Completes work in a timely, accurate and consistent manner. Plan and schedule your time off in advance with your supervisor or manager. Avoid unscheduled days off which will result in attendance points.

Attitude

Maintains a Whatever it Takes attitude. Lives by company stated values and inspires others.

Willingness to learn

Approaches new tasks with an interest to learn. Has the ability to learn techniques as job task requirements change.

Initiative

Seeks out additional work when job tasks are completed. Goes above and beyond required tasks. Participate in pre-shift meetings and department meetings.

Quality of WorkMaintains high standards despite pressing deadlines. Produces accurate, thorough and professional work. Understands the importance of Only Handle It Once – OHIO, by completing work correctly the first time.

Follows directions

Follows all written and verbal instructions provided by management, project leader, etc

Communication

Shares all information in a professional and factual manner ensuring the best decisions are made for the company. Report all issues to your manager/supervisor.

Appearance

Maintains an appropriate appearance and dresses in accordance with the established dress code guidelines to your respective position.

Position CompetencyAn extensive knowledge of Fleet Dispatch and Driver ManagementA solid knowledge of all safety and regulatory requirements of operating a commercial trucking FleetAbility to work and communicate effectively with Customers so that they believe, that they are our most important customerThe ability to motivate and drive a team of Professional Drivers to meet and exceed department and company goalsPosition Expectations

Safety and ComplianceWhen Dispatching, dispatch all drivers in such a manner that DOT hours of service are adhered to 100% of the timeWhile training, educate and stress Allen Distribution's commitment towards both company and DOT Safety regulations and policiesEnsure the lockout/tag-out policy is followed with Trucks and Trailers

CustomersCommunicate effectively with customers as requiredResolve issues promptly or respond with timelines as to when the issue will be resolvedAbility to inquire and manage additional opportunities

Dispatch OperationsWork and understand TMS effectivelyUnderstand regional geography with ability to consolidate loads with available driver hours to maximize driver and truck efficiencyAble manage multiple tasks with high level of detail for extreme 100% accuracy.

Financial PerformanceContinuously evaluate ways to improve the accuracy and efficiencies of department (identifying at least 2 significant improvements annually)

Driver Management outside of Dispatch ResponsibilitiesObserve and focus on Drivers use of on duty time throughout the dayProperly documents all performance issues and create a PIP when deemed appropriateEnsure all department employees follow the dress code policy

Maintenance CoordinationWork directly with GET and other vendors to insure prompt service and repairs of all company equipment

Recruiting and TrainingWork directly with Transportation Manager to maintain a list of a minimum of (2) potential drivers per facility

Project Plans and New BusinessWhen assigned, ability to develop a plan from idea thru completion on projects like: New customer start-ups, MPG tracking and improvement, etc.

Requirements

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