Transportation Manager

Live Production Transportation Manager – Willmar, MN
- Jennie-O Turkey Store Hormel Foods Corporation Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain transportation schedules for poults (newly hatched turkey), eggs, and small bird moves.
• Coordinate with hatcheries, farms, and production teams to ensure timely deliveries.
• Optimize routes and transportation costs while maintaining service quality.
• Manage and supervise Hatchery Driver Supervisor, drivers and third-party carriers, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with HR and Safety teams for driver training and compliance audits.
• Respond to transportation-related issues and emergencies promptly and effectively.
• Monitor fleet performance, maintenance schedules, and vehicle safety compliance.
• Manage vehicle replacement program in accordance with the vehicle policy, including creating capital requests to purchase vehicles.
• Ensure full compliance with CMV and DOT regulations, including driver qualification files, hours-of-service, and vehicle inspections.
• Maintain accurate records of transportation activities, including logs, permits, and compliance documentation.
• Support documentation and readiness for audits and inspections.
• Work closely with internal teams including HR, Safety, and Production to align transportation operations with broader business goals.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to logistics and compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Logistics, Business, Agriculture, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and directly related experience
• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in transportation or fleet operations
• Minimum 2 years of people management experience, including direct supervision of salaried or hourly leaders
• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States.
• Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.
• Demonstrated experience managing commercial vehicle fleets supporting time- and condition‑sensitive loads
• Accountability for operational performance, safety, compliance, and cost control within assigned area
• Working knowledge of DOT / FMCSA regulations, including:
• Hours of Service
• Vehicle inspection, maintenance, and recordkeeping
• Experience ensuring compliance with company safety programs and applicable regulatory standards
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and regulations consistently
• Demonstrated commitment to driver safety and animal welfare
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work flexible schedules to support operational needs, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency with transportation or fleet management systems
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel
• CDL (Class A or
  
  B) preferred

Willmar, MN

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for this role is between $89,050-$124,675 per year, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location.

Other components of Hormel Foods’ total compensation package includes comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses and profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, relocation assistance, paid vacation, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more.

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