Get Fresh Produce started in 1982 as a retail produce store in Chicago, specializing in premium fresh fruit, vegetables, specialty foods, and dairy. Get Fresh is supported by an amazing team of sales, customer service, procurement, and operations professionals. Get Fresh Produce executes distribution of more than 13 million cases annually to 3,000 customers.

We base everything we do on ‘Fresh Thinking’. This means constantly seeking to work more efficiently, creatively, and meticulously to meet our customers’ needs. We work every day to drive consistency in the areas most important to our customers: Customer Service, Quality, Food, Safety, Reporting, Technology.

Essential Functions:

• Preparing driver schedules, approving time off requests, discipline, and attendance issues
• Daily dispatch of drivers and assigning all equipment needed for the day
• Route recommendations for maximum efficiencies
• Directly supervise drivers and yard spotters on all facets of compliance with DOT and safe driving compliance.
• Hands-on management, such as ride-alongs for coaching and training as needed. Safety of our fleet, drivers, and the public.
• Communicate service issues to sales, customer service, and the Operations team
• Works closely with Dispatch personnel and the Director of transportation to provide best-in-class delivery expectations.
• Coordinates with Operations to ensure customer and driver needs are met.
• Participate in the hiring of Drivers: interviews, road tests, paperwork.
• Participate in Safety investigations, review, and reporting with root-cause analysis.
• Review performance and service levels with customers on delivery experience.
• Good understanding of Samsara software system and ability to navigate through Samsara.
• Have a good working understanding of the CBA, (collective bargaining agreement) 

Competencies, Education, and Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and mindfulness
• Experience in a fast-paced transportation environment, food service is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently and effectively
• Ensures that the duties, responsibilities, authority, and accountability of all direct reports are being followed and understood
• High School diploma or GED
• 6+ years of transportation experience with at least 4 years of experience in a supervisory capacity.  
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Produce Pro ERP software a plus
• Knowledge of driver safety and DOT compliance requirements
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and attention to detail/accuracy
• Self-managed, motivated, ability to work through demanding situations
• Must possess a valid CDL Class A or B License
• Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English 

Physical Demands:

• Stand or sit for long periods of time
• Travel as needed
• Work in cold and wet cooler conditions for extended periods of time 

Compensation:

• $75,000 - $85,000/Year, based on experience 

Work Schedule:

• Monday - Saturday (Off on Sunday and another day during the week)
• 6-day work week as business needs arise
• 40+ Hours
• Mandatory holiday shifts
• Start time: 4:00am to 7:00am until work is completed
• This is an in-person position in Bartlett IL 

Benefits:

• Health & Welfare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Voluntary Life)
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Weekly Paid
• Career Advancement Opportunities 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.