Transportation Supervisor - Dock

Skokie, IL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Compensation

Salary

Range $59,796.82 - $74,746.03

Work Schedule

Night Shifts

Benefits

competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Free parking

daily meals

Job Description

SkyChefs, established in 1942, is a renowned company specializing in aviation culinary services and airline logistics. As a trusted partner to leading airlines and retailers across the United States, SkyChefs operates 43 sites nationwide, consistently delivering millions of meals with exceptional service. The company prides itself on its legacy of operational excellence, culinary expertise, and continuous innovation. SkyChefs is committed to setting industry standards not only in aviation culinary but also in airline services, last-mile logistics, and retail commerce. Their dedicated teams across various locations collaborate to ensure quality, reliability, and superior service at every altitude. SkyChefs' work culture emphasizes growth, leadership, and making an impact in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Joining SkyChefs means becoming a part of America's first, foremost, and finest aviation culinary service provider.

The Transportation Supervisor role is based onsite in Des Plaines, near O’Hare International Airport, reflecting a unique leadership opportunity within SkyChefs’ Chicago transportation operation. The position focuses on leading a team of over 20 transportation professionals who ensure that airline flights receive the correct products on time, every time. This 24/7 operation underscores the importance of safety, teamwork, and complete reliability in daily airline support activities. The supervisor is responsible for managing transportation operations in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment where attention to detail and strict adherence to compliance standards are essential. This role demands coordination of drivers, routes, and schedules to help maintain on-time flight departures while meeting all safety, regulatory, and operational standards. Highly visible and hands-on, the Transportation Supervisor regularly interacts with teams on the loading dock, tackling real-time operational challenges head-on. The ideal candidate thrives in a production setting, champions continuous improvement, monitors performance and safety vigilantly, and leads with accountability and a team-oriented mindset. Scheduled shifts include evenings and overnight, supporting the around-the-clock needs of the airline industry. Salary ranges from $59,796.82 to $74,746.03 annually, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package. This position offers a rewarding career path for those seeking professional growth and the chance to contribute to SkyChefs’ excellence in airline transportation logistics.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent knowledge required
3+ years of experience in transportation or logistics supervision
Problem solving and leadership skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to develop and lead others to obtain desired results and achieve productivity goals
Working knowledge of OSHA, GMP, FDA, USDA and EPA regulations
Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills required along with the ability to multi-task
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications

Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent knowledge
3+ years of experience in transportation or logistics supervision
Problem solving and leadership skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to develop and lead others to obtain desired results and achieve productivity goals
Working knowledge of OSHA, GMP, FDA, USDA and EPA regulations
Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills along with the ability to multi-task
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications

Job Duties

Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed and that all delivery times are being met timely
Accountable for coordinating drivers, routes, and schedules to support on-time departures while maintaining full compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational standards
Conduct daily work group meetings
Schedule and control staff to meet labor productivity and overtime targets
Ensure compliance with all government regulatory agencies standards (FDA, USDA, OSHA, EPA, DOT, HACCP, etc.)
Document and follow up on all department processes in order to implement improvements
Ensure on-time and accurate production and/or catering of all flights
Monitor and ensure compliance with all safety regulations
Other duties as deemed necessary