Director of Transportation

UDA is seeking a Director of Transportation to oversee the management of over four billion pounds of milk annually, providing logistics services for farms, customers, and manufacturing facilities. This role requires a data-driven decision-maker with strong leadership and technical skills, along with experience with fleet management and operational efficiency. The Director will be onsite at the Tempe facility, focusing on optimizing milk movement and ensuring high levels of quality and safety.

Requirements

• Oversee daily departmental operations and workflow
• Specify and oversee truck and trailer builds for company fleet
• Manage vehicle licensing, sampling licenses, and overall fleet supervision
• Coordinate department employee schedules while adhering to hours of service rules for drivers
• Dispatch and supervise dispatch procedures, paperwork, and follow-through
• Work with Quality Assurance personnel at plants and in the field
• Work with state compliance entities such as ADEQ and DOT for routine audits
• Adhere to all UDA GMPs and work in a manner consistent with all UDA and regulatory quality and safety requirements
• Maintain strong knowledge of FMCSA, federal, state, and local vehicle regulations
• Communicate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Shift Pay Differential
• Education Assistance
• On-site Fitness Center
• On-site Health Clinic