Transportation Safety Supervisor

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$69,004.00/yr - $90,324.00/yr

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer‑owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co‑operative Members' retail operations, trading under the Shop Rite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, Fairway Markets®, Gourmet Garage®, Di Bruno Bros.®, Morton Williams® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co‑operative Members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best‑in‑class procurement practices.

As a member of the Transportation Safety Department, you will be responsible for monitoring and managing compliance, safety, accountability (CSA) performance and ensuring all corrective actions are taken as a result of roadside inspections. Overseeing accident investigations, along with documenting investigation findings. Initiating and maintaining all U.S. Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). paperwork for the fleet. Driver hiring and maintaining qualification files in accordance with FMCSA guidelines.

Conducting driver safety meetings. Interacting with Dispatch, Fleet Maintenance and Risk Management. Monitoring hours of service (HOS) compliance and provide refresher training as needed.

• Initiate and maintain all U.S. Department of Transportation mandated paperwork to include driver qualification file, annual review, DOT physical, Commercial Driver License.
• Monitor and manage driver safety performance such as HOS compliance, Drive Cam review and coaching, CSA compliance and ensure all corrective action is taken as a result of roadside inspections.
• Accident investigation, documentation and participate in determining the ruling of preventable or non‑preventable, post‑accident counselling, refresher training.
• Driver retention and new hire. Verify qualification in accordance with our driver hiring guidelines. Initiate and process all new hire paperwork, to include the Department of Transportation’s PSP (Pre‑Employment Screening Program), Clearing House validation and maintain driver files.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by actively monitoring driver's license status, medical certificates and ensure DOT random drug testing quota is met.
• Ensure all equipment meets regulatory requirements (registration, annual inspection, insurance and internal record keeping).
• Interact with dispatch personnel to ensure drivers are always in compliance with all regulations.
• Interact with Fleet Maintenance regarding vehicle inspections, equipment compliance, and damages.
• Interact with stores regarding any safety issues involving our drivers, equipment, or store property. Remedy such issues.
• Research motorist complaints, interact with the motorist to provide a timely response, present and confront the driver with the complaint.
• Research and interact with Fleet Maintenance and Accounting regarding damage to our equipment caused by third party motor carriers or vendors.

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, economics, finance or marketing. Certifications in Supply Chain Management, OSHA, Safety and Compliance; a plus.
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of supervisory experience in Transportation Safety & Compliance
• Working knowledge of FMCSA Rules and Regulations, CSA and HOS
• Working knowledge of Accident Investigation & Reconstruction
• CSP certification preferred
• Substance Abuse Training Certification
• Detail oriented multi-tasker with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and transportation compliance regulations.
• Advanced personal computer skills including Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook.
• Effective communication skills to include both verbal and written communication. Ability to present to varied audiences, such as executive leadership or Members. Shares information and knowledge in support of the team and organization’s success.
• Good organizational and time management skills.