Supervisor Operations - Transportation

Supervisor Operations - Transportation

Location: Des Plaines, USA-60016

Work Location Type: On‑Site

Salary Range: $57,774.71 - $72,218.39 / yr

$57,774.00 / yr – $72,218.00 / yr

The Transportation Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the transportation team to ensure safe, efficient, and timely delivery of goods and services. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards, optimizes routing and scheduling, and fosters a culture of safety and accountability among drivers and logistics personnel. By coordinating with internal departments and external partners, the Transportation Supervisor plays a key role in maintaining service excellence and supporting overall supply chain performance.

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision – starts Day 1
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement – support for professional development
• Free Parking & Daily Meals

• Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed and that all delivery times are being met timely
• Conduct daily work group meetings
• Schedule and control staff to meet labour productivity and overtime targets
• Ensure compliance with all government regulatory agencies standards (example:
  Food and Drug Administration (FDA), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Administration (EPA), Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), etc.)
• Document and follow up on all department processes in order to implement improvements
• Ensure on‑time and accurate production and/or catering of all flights
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all safety regulations
• Other duties as deemed necessary

• Guide, motivate and develop staff within the Human Resources policies
• Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s)
• Manage productivity hours and costs in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations
• Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as Quality, HACCP, Lean Manufacturing, Employee Safety and Production systems

• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in transportation or logistics supervision.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation safety standards.
• Experience with routing software and transportation management systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours and respond to operational needs.
• CDL license or experience managing CDL drivers.
• Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma principles.

LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and affirmative action employer of women/minorities/veterans/individuals with disabilities.