Transportation and Safety Manager

Transportation & Safety Manager

Drive Safety, Lead Logistics, and Keep Operations Moving

A seasoned transportation strategy leader and safety culture champion to oversee complex logistics operations in an industrial facility.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Salary Range: $40,000 - $85,000 annually (based on experience)

Employment Type:

Direct Hire

• Oversee inbound and outbound transportation activities to ensure timely movement of raw materials and finished goods.
• Manage carrier, freight broker, and logistics provider relationships.
• Monitor transportation costs and implement efficiency and cost-reduction strategies.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Plan and manage routing, scheduling, and fleet utilization.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive workplace safety programs.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents and near-misses and implement corrective action plans.
• Provide safety training and guidance to employees, contractors, and transportation personnel.
• Lead, mentor, and develop transportation and safety teams.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, production, HR, and compliance teams.
• Prepare and present transportation and safety performance metrics to leadership.

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Occupational Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5-7 years of experience in transportation management, logistics leadership, or industrial safety.
• Strong knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and safety compliance standards.
• Proven experience leading and developing teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with transportation management systems (TMS), safety software, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Safety or compliance certifications (OSHA, DOT, CSP) a plus.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and sustain a safety-oriented culture.

This direct-hire role offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee health, stability, and long-term growth. Full benefit details are provided upon hire and reflect the organization's commitment to investing in its leadership team.

If you're a transportation and safety professional looking to make a meaningful impact in an industrial environment, this is your opportunity.
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Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer.