Company:
Cozzi Recycling is a full-service scrap metal recycling company based in Bellwood, IL, serving Chicago and the Midwest with over 80 years of industry expertise as a mill-direct supplier of ferrous and nonferrous scrap metal.
Job Description:
Are you an experienced transportation leader ready to take ownership of a growing fleet? Cozzi Recycling is looking for a full-time Fleet Manager to join our team in Bellwood, IL. This role oversees the daily performance of a fleet of approximately 20-25 trucks and leads a team of two Dispatchers and one Transportation Safety Manager, with accountability for safety, productivity, customer service, and overall operational profitability.
Responsibilities: The candidate must:
Oversee daily operation and performance of approximately 20-25 company trucks, including dispatching, routing, scheduling, and asset utilization
Monitor key performance indicators such as revenue, cost per mile, equipment utilization, driver productivity, and on-time service
Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency and profitability
Coordinate equipment availability, maintenance schedules, and fleet replacement planning
Directly supervise and mentor two Dispatchers and one Transportation Safety Manager, setting performance expectations and accountability standards
Conduct coaching, training, evaluations, and development planning for transportation staff
Partner with the Transportation Safety Manager to ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and company safety requirements
Monitor driver qualification files, Hours of Service compliance, accident investigations, and corrective action programs
Maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and drivers, resolving service issues promptly
Deliver strong customer service to both internal and external customers, acting as a key point of contact for drivers, dispatchers, and other departments internally, and for customers and vendors externally
Manage transportation budgets and operating expenses, reviewing fuel, maintenance, and labor costs for savings opportunities
Prepare operational reports, performance metrics, and management summaries
Requirements: The candidate will:
Have 5+ years of transportation, trucking, logistics, or fleet management experience
Have prior supervisory or management experience overseeing dispatch, drivers, or transportation personnel
Have strong knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, safety, and compliance regulations
Have strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Be proficient with transportation management systems, fleet software, and Microsoft Office
Preferred Experience:
Background managing local, regional, construction, recycling, industrial, or commercial transportation operations
Please, no calls to Cozzi Recycling.
| Location | Bellwood, Illinois |