Distribution Team Lead - Eagan, MN

Distribution Team Lead

Ensure operations are carried out in a manner that safety is evident in everything we do.

• Responsible for the safe, timely, and efficient delivery of cylinder gases and hard goods by assuring qualified drivers and equipment are available.
• Assists in recruiting process of Drivers to ensure regulatory compliance with all FDA, DOT, and other Government requirements, as well as compliance with all Matheson policies and procedures.
• Completes all training required to fulfill the position of Distribution Team Lead.
• Understand the Distribution Team Leads role and function in implementing all company policies and procedures.
• Monitor training needs of employees and assure that the training is delivered on-time.
• Responsible for administering and/or verifying that the employee has successfully completed the required training.
• Assist in the investigation of any vehicle accident, employee injury and initiation of appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensures 3rd party maintenance providers/vendors are maintaining equipment and controlling costs by scheduling preventative maintenance to ensure maximum utilization, maximum life expectancy and safe operation.
• Works with customer service and sales to ensure safe and efficient access to customers and to support all sales activities related to distribution.
• Manage the daily routes to optimize mileage and overtime usage.
• Maintain detailed records of service, inspection, and vehicle reports.
• Utilize and maintain all computer based tools.
• Ensure maintenance and utilization of On-board Computers and Drive Cams.

• Promote a "zero" vehicle accident/injury frequency rate.
• Conduct monthly driver safety meetings.
• Ensure total compliance with all safety regulations and guidelines both on company property and off-site while performing work.
• Ensure that all operations are performed with regard to the safety and health of all personnel.

• Maintain and/or supervise the maintenance of all records of daily operation with regard to employee information, DOT and FDA regulations, service reports, vehicle maintenance and inspection reports, driver logs and hours to meet company, state and federal regulations for safety and documentation.
• Takes responsibility to ensure that the location meets or exceeds operational goals and objectives.
• Monitors and ensures that the location budget is not exceeded.

• Direct and supervise Drivers to maintain a safe, smooth, and profitable operation and ensure that product is delivered to customers as required, within established cost parameters while meeting customer needs.

• Practical experience in transportation - trucking operations.
• Excellent organizational and supervisory skills. 3-5 years preferred - especially with truck drivers.
• Good mechanical aptitude - understanding of vehicle maintenance.
• Thorough knowledge of all FDA, DOT, and cGMP rules and regulations.
• Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft products.
• Knowledge of on board computers and drive cams helpful.

Matheson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability