Transportation Manager
Classification: Exempt
Reports to: Operations Manager
About us: Buckeye Fluid Solutions is a well-established underground injection disposal facility in Coshocton, Ohio. Formerly known as Buckeye Brine, the company recently rebranded to Buckeye Fluid Solutions to better reflect its expanded services for all non-hazardous wastewater generators. With over a decade of experience, Buckeye Fluid Solutions has earned a reputation for environmental security, reliability, data management systems, and exceptional customer service. The company's facilities and services are highly respected within the industry.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role based at the Coshocton Plant location. The Transportation Manager is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and operation of the Company's transportation division, including driver supervision, scheduling and dispatch, fleet utilization, regulatory compliance, and coordination of transportation activities supporting customer and internal operations. The role has direct accountability for transportation costs, operational efficiency, and effective use of driver and equipment resources, and requires hands-on operational oversight and support consistent with the Company's 24/7 operations.
Essential Functions & Duties
Primary profit and loss responsibility for transportation operations, including oversight of labor utilization, equipment usage, and cost control
Day-to-day leadership of transportation operations, including scheduling, dispatch, coverage planning, and direction of drivers to ensure efficient use of time and resources
Coordination and operational support of customer projects, including meetings, site visits, and ongoing communication regarding project planning and service issues
Oversees maintenance, inspection, and compliance programs for all vehicles
Manages relationships with third-party carriers and other vendors
Coordinates inbound scheduling
Compliance with applicable federal and state DOT and environmental regulations including accurate and timely reporting
Coordination of rail-truck transload operations and waste shipments between company facilities and third-party disposal sites, including purchasing and scheduling with carriers
Purchases and schedules waste shipments to third-party disposal sites with contract carriers.
Manages waste shipments between the company's two plants.
Evaluation and coordination of equipment-related transactions, providing recommendations and operational support for purchases, rentals, and disposition of equipment.
Recruitment, training, supervision, performance management, and safety oversight of drivers with a superior commitment to safety, environmental security, and customer service
Collaborates with all levels of leadership to support company goals and initiatives
Identifies and communicates operational priorities, issues, needs, and opportunities to improve efficiency, safety, and effectiveness to leadership
Operational support during nights and weekends as required
Cross-trains and fills in as needed to support all business operations, growth initiatives, and legacy sites
Able and willing to fill in for driver absences and operational needs
Key Competencies
3-5 years experience in a similar role
Knowledge of transportation operations and fleet management
Working knowledge of federal and state DOT regulations and compliance requirements
Strong leadership and supervisory skills
Effective communication skills
Sound judgment and decision making in operational settings
Strong organizational and time management skills
Problem-solving ability related to logistics, safety, and operational efficiency
Ability to work independently
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel