Distribution Manager - Bridgeport, United States - Continental Carbonic

Description

JOBSUMMARYEnsure operations are carried out in a manner that safety isevident in everything we do.

Responsible for the safe, timely, and efficient delivery of dry ice byassuring qualified drivers and equipment are available to implement the dailyscheduleHires Drivers to ensure regulatory compliance with all FDA, DOT, and otherGovernment requirements, as well as compliance with all Company policies and procedures.

Completes all training required to fulfill the position of distributionmanager.
Understand the distribution managers' role and function in implementing allcompany policies and procedures.
Monitor training needs of employees and assure that the training is deliveredon-time.
Responsible for administering and/or verifying that the employee hassuccessfully completed the Qualification related to any specific trainingrequirement.
Ensures investigation of any vehicle accident or employee injury andinitiation of appropriate corrective and preventive actions.

Ensures 3rd party maintenance providers/vendors are maintaining equipment andcontrolling costs by scheduling preventative maintenance to ensure maximumutilization, maximum life expectancy and safe operation.

Works with carriers or brokers, as necessary, to ensure safe, timely, andefficient delivery of our products.

Works with customers, sales, and service to ensure safe and efficient accessto customers and to support all sales activities related to distribution.

Provides Scheduling Center with all necessary information needed to compilean efficient scheduleMust maintain detailed records of service, inspection, and vehicle reportsUtilize and maintain all computer based tools.

Ensure maintenance and utilization of On-board Computers and Drive Cams.

On-call after normal working hours, due to the 24-hour distribution networkEssentialFunctionsEssential FunctionPromote a "zero" vehicle accident/injury frequency rate, Conduct monthly safetymeetingsEnsure total compliance with all safety regulations andguidelines both on company property and off-site while performing workEnsurethat all operations are performed with regard to the safety and health of allpersonnelMaintainand/or supervise the maintenance of all records of daily operation withregard to employee information, DOT and FDA regulations, service reports,vehicle maintenance and inspection reports, driver logs and hours to meetcompany, state and federal regulations for safety and documentation.

Takes responsibility to ensure that location meets or exceeds operationalgoals and objectivesMonitors and insures that the location budget is not exceededDecisionsinvolve translating the Company goals and objectives into unit objectives,defined work assignments and projects; conducting and implementing actions;and short-term planning.

Responsible for the hiring, staffing and training of quality,safe personnel for receiving and shipping productsRequiredfor All Jobs

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies andstandardsQUALIFICATIONSEducationEducationLevel EducationDetails Req/Pref High School Graduate High School Diploma Required Associate's Degree Preferred WorkExperienceExperience ExperienceDetails Required/Preferred 4-6 years Practical experience in transportation - trucking operations Required 4-6 years Excellent organizational and supervisory skills. especially withtruck drivers Required Knowledge,Skills and AbilitiesGood mechanical aptitude - understanding of vehicle maintenanceComputer literate with knowledge of Microsoft productsKnowledge of on board computers and drive cams helpfulThorough knowledge of all FDA, DOT, and cGMP rules andregulationsLicensesand Certifications Licenses/Certifications Licenses/CertificationDetails TimeFrame Required/Preferred PHYSICALDEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands Category:
PhysicalDemandsA thorough completion of thissection is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americanswith Disabilities Act.

The physical requirements described here arerepresentative of those that must be met by an employee to successfullyperform the essential functions of this job.

PhysicalDemandN/A Rarely Occasionally Frequently Constantly WeightStationary PositionXMove/TraverseX Stationary Position/SeatedX Transport/LiftingXTransport/CarryingX Exerting Force/PushingXExerting Force/PullingXAscend/DescendX BalancingX Position Self/StoopingX Position Self/KneelingX Position Self/CrouchingX Position Self/CrawlingX ReachingXHandlingX GraspingX FeelingXCommunicate/TalkingXCommunicate/HearingX Repetitive MotionsX CoordinationXTravelRequirementsEstimated Amount BriefDescription50% Remote Follows, Ride Along,Visit Other Locations