Transportation Manager jobs in Owensboro, KY

Transportation Manager manages and coordinates the daily operations of a transportation network including safety, compliance, equipment, and staff. Implements operational policies and procedures to ensure safety and efficiency in all transportation activities. Being a Transportation Manager monitors transportation costs, service level agreements, and performance metrics to identify and resolve problems and achieve efficiencies. Partners with internal and external stakeholders to meet forecasted capacity needs. Additionally, Transportation Manager manages relations with transportation providers to ensure the achievement of required service levels. Requires a bachelor's degree in logistics, transportation, supply chain management, or equivalent. Typically reports to a director. The Transportation Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Transportation Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Transportation Manager
  • LBB/CBC
  • Evansville, IN OTHER
  • Job Details

    Job Location:    Evansville - Evansville, IN
    Position Type:    Full Time
    Education Level:    2 Year Degree
    Salary Range:    Undisclosed
    Job Shift:    Any

    Description

    RESPONSIBILITIES:        

    1. Plan routes, and make changes when necessary to optimize time/cost and potential growth.
    2. Do weekly payroll for transport drivers and audit pay sheets for accuracy.
    3. Audit and sign for any invoices pertaining to the transportation department.
    4. Set expectations and goals within the limits of the contract for the transport drivers.
    5. Perform weekly safety meetings to increase levels of awareness of the importance of safe operating procedures.
    6. Formulate contractual bids by route and oversee the bidding process to assign drivers to specific routes abiding by the contract.
    7. Hire and terminate employees as needed to keep the department running efficiently.
    8. Train new employees on standards operating procedures (SOPs) and safe work practices.
    9. Monitor the workforce to ensure that all company rules/policies and regulations are being followed. Enforce progressive discipline and keep accurate employee files.
    10. On a daily basis, audit and turn in driver logs/trip sheets.
    11. In the event of an accident, be prepared to speak with drivers and law enforcement. Also, be able to orchestrate a HAZ MAT clean-up, if necessary.
    12. To minimize overages on lease agreements, monitor the mileage on units and adjust routes.
    13. Ensure proper equipment is available to drivers. Examples of equipment are straps, load bars, plates, salt, etc.
    14. Communicate with salesmen on how to better service our store door customers along with any special instructions, such as delivery times or contact information.
    15. Get rate quotes from outside carriers and determine the best and most competitive pricing to deliver our product.
    16. Maintain relationships with our partners/outside carriers to get the best and most efficient service possible.
    17. Obtain close contact with Ryder, both mechanics and management. Give and receive daily feedback about our equipment. Being proactive with them as a partner to eliminate current/potential problems.
    18. Inspect tractors/trailers weekly to ensure safety and performance are in compliance on all units.
    19. Manage the distribution of our intercompany product based on the needs of other facilities in our network.
    20. Communicate with other members of management to ensure timely product flow.
    21. The above job description is not intended to be all-inclusive but is to serve as a guideline.

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    Qualifications


    QUALIFICATIONS:          

     

    1. Union experience preferred
    2. Must have CDL A License
    3. Be available (on-call) in PM hours while drivers are on routes for potential problems such as, breakdowns, accidents, customer issues, and any questions.
    4. Must be capable of exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
    5. Must be capable of moving up and down stairways and ladders to perform some job assignments.
    6. Other physical requirements consist of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, bending, twisting, talking and hearing.
    7. Must be able to read, write and speak as well as perform simple arithmetic.
    8. Ability to work efficiently at a fast pace.
    9. Maintain a high state of safety awareness: keep hands out of moving machinery, lift properly, and be alert to movement of materials or other people to give right of way as needed.
  • 22 Days Ago

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Transportation Project Manager
  • VS Engineering
  • Evansville, IN FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary A Transportation Project Manager at VS Engineering will lead and support design services and project management for transportation engineering projects including transportation design...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Transportation Project Manager- Evansville
  • VS Engineering
  • Evansville, IN FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary A Transportation Project Manager at VS Engineering will lead and support design services and project management for transportation engineering projects including transportation design...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Transportation officer
  • Transportation Security Administration
  • Owensboro, KY FULL_TIME
  • Summary Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration, you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life. In cities across the coun...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Transportation officer
  • Transportation Security Administration
  • Marion, IL FULL_TIME
  • Summary Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration, you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life. In cities across the coun...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Transportation
  • The Homeplace of Henderson
  • Spottsville, KY FULL_TIME
  • Homeplace of Henderson's mission is to create a family culture that embodies quality care, unmatched service, and innovative technology to enrich the lives of those we serve and employ. We want to ass...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Weekend Registered Nurse
  • Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation
  • Owensboro, KY
  • Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation - Salary: RN's $37.00/Hr Shift Type: Day Shift -Weekends- Friday, Saturday and Sund...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN LVN)
  • Fordsville Nursing and Rehabilitation
  • Fordsville, KY
  • Fordsville Nursing and Rehabilitation - ***NEW WAGE SCALE & SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS**** ****NEW GRADUATES WELCOME**** Tuitio...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Catering Coordinator>
  • McAlister's Deli
  • Evansville, IN
  • McAlister's Deli - JobID: 27822053 [Restaurant Server / Team Member] As a Catering Coordinator at McAlister's Deli, you'...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Crop Advisor Intern - Beaver Dam, KY
  • The Judge Group
  • Beaver Dam, KY
  • The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agricul...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Bookseller
  • Books A Million, Inc.
  • Owensboro, KY
  • Location: Bookseller in Owensboro, KY at 2nd & Charles **Location:** **Experience:** Not Specified **Job Description** R...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Safety Assistant & Human Resource/Recruiter
  • First Class Services, Inc.
  • Lewisport, KY
  • Job Description Job Description Job Description: (First Class Services, Inc.): Currently looking for a high caliber & en...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Practical Nurse/ Registered Nurse Night Shift
  • Madisonville Health and Rehabilitation
  • Madisonville, KY
  • Madisonville Health and Rehabilitation - Shift Type: Night Shift Position Benefits: new wage scale daily pay quarterly r...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LOGISTICS PLANNER, WAREHOUSING
  • Berry Global, Inc
  • Evansville, IN
  • Overview: About Berry At Berry Global Group, Inc. (NYSE: BERY), we create innovative packaging and engineered products t...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Owensboro is a home rule-class city in and the county seat of Daviess County, Kentucky, United States. It is the fourth-largest city in the state by population. Owensboro is located on U.S. Route 60 about 107 miles (172 km) southwest of Louisville, and is the principal city of the Owensboro metropolitan area. The 2015 population was 59,042.[not in citation given] The metropolitan population was estimated at 116,506. Owensboro is located at 37°45′28″N 87°7′6″W / 37.75778°N 87.11833°W / 37.75778; -87.11833 (37.757748, −87.118390), at the crook of a bend in the Ohio River. Owensboro is 37 mile...
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Income Estimation for Transportation Manager jobs
$91,040 to $126,392
Owensboro, Kentucky area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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