Transportation Supervisor - 2nd Shift

As a Transportation Supervisor at Daniels Health, you’ll play a vital role in managing logistics that directly support frontline healthcare workers. This is a second-shift position at our Daniels transfer station in Hayward, CA, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day. Daniels Health is proud to be an industry leader in healthcare safety and sustainable waste management. Our mission-driven approach, innovative solutions, and commitment to protecting both people and the environment make us a trusted partner to healthcare facilities across North America. When you join Daniels, you’re not just stepping into a job—you’re becoming part of a team that’s transforming how medical waste is handled, with safety and care at the forefront.

Responsibilities

Provide daily pre-departure support including truck loading, manifest checks, transporter quality checks, and weekly tailgate safety meetings; Monitor and support driver routing to maximize productivity and address any route-related issues; Maintain strong communication between plant operations, sales, and field service teams; Conduct daily route debriefs to resolve service issues and improve customer satisfaction; Manage driver performance, conduct evaluations, and support ongoing development; Coordinate vehicle maintenance and resolve equipment issues to ensure optimal performance; Ensure driver compliance with safety regulations and perform quality checks on all loaded/unloaded products; Control operational costs by managing headcount, limiting overtime, and optimizing driver performance; Must be able to drive box trucks and cover routes as needed to maintain service continuity

Requirements

3+ years in a management or supervisory role; Clean 10-year DMV record (dated within the last 30 days); Valid DOT medical certificate (or ability to obtain one); Knowledge of DOT regulations, log books, and safe cargo handling practice; Strong customer service skills and ability to interact professionally with the public; Ability to work weekends, holidays, or flex hours based on operational needs; Must be able to reliably commute to our Hayward Plant; Must be able to drive box trucks and cover routes as needed to maintain service continuity

Nice to have

24+ months of verifiable commercial driving experience, including recently having run a route; CDL; Experience driving in healthcare, food & beverage, or retail industries; Experience with routing and dispatch software (e.g., Samsara, Omnitracs, or similar systems) highly preferred

Benefits

Essential and stable industry; Mission-driven work; Strong safety culture; Growth opportunities; Comprehensive benefits - medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on Day One, plus additional wellness and insurance options; Supportive team environment