Join Kemps, a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), and help deliver high-quality dairy products to customers throughout the region. We are seeking a Transportation/Distribution Supervisor to lead daily transportation operations, supervise drivers, and ensure safe, efficient, and on-time product delivery. This role is ideal for a hands-on logistics leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about safety, customer service, and team development.

Shift: 1st

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Supervise and provide daily directions to drivers to ensure safe, efficient operations and excellent customer service.
Coordinate routing, load assignments, equipment utilization, and delivery schedules to meet business and customer requirements.
Monitor transportation activities and make real-time adjustments to routes, deliveries, and pickups as needed.
Utilize routing and transportation technology to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize delivery performance.
Create employee schedules, approve timekeeping, manage overtime, and support staffing needs.
Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate transportation records, driver documentation, inspection reports, and operational paperwork.
Coach, train, and develop employees through performance feedback, safety observations, and compliance audits.
Participate in on-call coverage and respond to operational emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field preferred.
4+ years of transportation, distribution, or logistics experience required; DSD experience strongly preferred.
2+ years of driver supervision experience required.
Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and other transportation regulations.
Experience with routing software, GPS systems, transportation technology, and fleet monitoring tools (Samsara preferred).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Class A CDL preferred.
Ability to pass all pre-employment screenings, including drug, criminal background, and driving record checks.

Benefits:

Comprehensive Benefits Package available 1st of the month after start date
401(k) with company contribution
Competitive pay
Paid vacation and holidays
Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
Service recognition and employee rewards
Employee referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Work for dairy farm families

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Transportation/Distribution Supervisor

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