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Logistics Supervisor (Onsite) - Gettysburg, PA

Pella Corporation -
Pella, IA

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Cost management
Leading supply chain efficiency improvement projects
Box truck
Staff supervision
Performance improvement leadership
Road transportation operations
Oracle
Management
Managing logistics operations teams
Expense management
Logistics customer service
Regulatory compliance
Operations coordination planning
Shipment tracking for distribution operations
Vehicle optimization (delivery efficiency)
Mid-level
Private fleet operations
Performance management
Fleet compliance management
Dispatching
Hiring
Schedule management
Managing supply chain operations teams
Freight shipment tracking
Driver log management
Compliance documentation
Collaboration with manufacturing teams
Fleet safety management
Operational excellence initiatives
Order issue resolution

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Position Summary
This position consolidates onsite load planning and private/lease fleet dispatch responsibilities to directly support manufacturing operations. The role is responsible for building and executing outbound load plans, coordinating shuttle and box truck activity, and dispatching private fleet drivers in a safe, compliant, and cost‑effective manner. By placing this role onsite, the position serves as the primary logistics execution and problem‑solving point for the plant, ensuring alignment between production, transportation, and customer delivery commitments.
The role requires strong judgment, the ability to perform under time pressure, and daily interaction with plant personnel, drivers, corporate logistics, and external partners.

Reports To

Private Fleet Manager with dotted line support to Logistics Manager.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Load Planning & Execution

Build and manage daily outbound load plans to customers and other Pella sites, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and optimal freight utilization.
Balance service, cost, and capacity while maintaining freight expense and utilization targets.
Review and resolve daily exceptions (e.g., delinquent orders, not ‑ on ‑ load ‑ plan units, overfilled or underutilized trailers).
Coordinate expedited recovery orders, box truck and sprinter loads, and dock appointments with customers and internal teams.
Utilize transportation and order fulfillment systems (including Oracle Transportation Management) to plan, execute, and adjust loads.
Identify opportunities to improve load quality, trailer utilization, and shipping efficiency based on onsite visibility.

Private / Lease Fleet Dispatch

Dispatch and coordinate private and lease fleet drivers supporting outbound finished goods and inbound operational needs.
Assign drivers to routes while ensuring on‑time departures and arrivals.
Monitor driver schedules, routes, and hours ‑ of ‑ service compliance.
Manage e ‑ logs, DOT documentation, and CSA compliance requirements.
Serve as a primary point of contact for drivers during operations and emergency situations, including after ‑ hours accessibility as required.
Support accident response protocols, including coordination with management, drivers, and local authorities.

Shuttle & Yard Coordination

Schedule and manage inter ‑ plant shuttle activity.

Plant & Corporate Collaboration

Communicate daily with plant shipping, production, customer service, and logistics partners to align priorities.
Work across Pella assigned sites to resolve constraints, adjust plans, and support network‑wide execution.
Partner with IT and logistics systems teams to document and resolve system or process issues.

Continuous Improvement & Reporting

Identify and lead productivity, service improvement, and cost ‑ reduction initiatives related to load planning and fleet operations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises 10–15 drivers, with full responsibility for hiring, performance management, and termination. Provides daily direction, scheduling, and oversight to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations.

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