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Transportation Supervisor

Lead with purpose. Drive logistics excellence. Make healthcare safer.

Daniels Health is seeking a hands-on Transportation Supervisor to lead our driver team at our medical waste treatment facility in Taylor, MI. This role is ideal for a motivational leader who thrives in a fast-paced, service-driven environment and is passionate about safety, operational efficiency, and team development.

We’re on a mission to make healthcare safer. Daniels Health provides reusable medical waste containers designed to reduce needlestick injuries and support sustainability. After use, we professionally clean and sanitize each container for reuse, while responsibly disposing of medical waste at our treatment facilities. Our closed-loop system ensures safety, compliance, and environmental responsibility for our customers.

What Youll Do:

Provide daily pre-departure support: load trucks, verify manifests and routes, conduct quality checks, and lead weekly safety meetings
Monitor driver routing and productivity, ensuring adherence to assigned routes and service standards
Maintain strong communication between plant operations, sales, and field service teams
Conduct daily route debriefs to resolve issues and improve customer service
Manage driver performance, conduct evaluations, and support professional development
Coordinate vehicle servicing and resolve equipment issues to maintain fleet performance
Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations and Daniels’ safety standards
Oversee quality checks on all products loaded/unloaded from trucks
Control operational costs by managing headcount, overtime, and route efficiency
Step in as a driver when needed to maintain service continuity

Must-Have Qualifications:

3-5 years in a transportation management or supervisory role
Working knowledge of DOT regulations, log books, and safety compliance
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to work weekends, holidays, or flex hours as needed
Valid DOT medical certificate (or ability to obtain)
Proven experience improving processes and reducing operational costs
Ability to safely load, block, and secure cargo

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

24+ months of commercial driving experience (preferred but not required)
Experience in logistics, waste management, or regulated service industries
Background in customer service and operational planning

Why Youll Love Working Here:

Industry Leader: Over 20 years of excellence in medical waste management with top-tier NPS and delivery-reliability scores
401K Matching: 50% employer match on up to 6% contribution (up to 3% employer contribution), with match starting Day 1, 5 year vesting schedule
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage effective Day 1; paid short-term disability; company-sponsored life insurance; and more
Job Stability: As an essential healthcare service provider, we’re recession-proof and non-seasonal
Permanent Role: Full-time, Monday- Friday
Empowering, visionary culture: We think differently, act boldly, and value authenticity, creativity, and trust. Our team thrives on innovation, agility, and purpose-driven work, where every unique talent contributes to meaningful impact in healthcare

Ready to Apply?

We’d love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to start your journey with Daniels Health. Our hiring process includes a brief phone screen, on-site interview, and a video interview. We’re excited to meet candidates who are passionate about service and eager to grow.

Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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