Air Logistics Manager on Duty

Worldwide Flight Services, Inc.•Atlanta, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Air Logistics Manager on Duty directly supervises a team of 50+ Airport Logistics and Airport Ramp associates in an airport-based cross-dock operation. The team moves packages by hand and pushcart through the facility, facilitating daily package throughput from aircraft to warehouse to trucks with no or minimal storage. The manager leads the team in following structured processes and guidelines, with safety as the first priority, and works hands-on to support package movement and ensure customer satisfaction, safety, security, and quality standards are met for the assigned shift. The role also maintains and controls required operational activities in accordance with the corporate security program and TSA legislation. The indoor facility is open-air and not temperature controlled. Work may take place in or around aircraft, indoors and outdoors, and across a widely dispersed facility. This position requires weekend and holiday availability, and Peak Season may require longer hours.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
High school diploma, GED, or international equivalent.
Two to five years of operations management or supervisory experience in a warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing environment.
Comfort managing execution of and adherence to standardized work processes.
Proven leadership experience and responsibility for teams of 30–50 personnel.
Ability to work weekends (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday), holidays, and days off; Peak Season may require longer hours.
Ability to read, write, speak fluently, and understand English.
Ability to secure appropriate airport authority and/or U.S. Customs security badges, if applicable.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varied temperatures and weather, including rain, wind, heat, and cold.
Ability to stand for an entire shift and travel long distances across facilities.

Nice To Haves

Previous logistics, manufacturing, or warehousing experience involving structured processes and strict deadlines.
Familiarity with personal computer software.
Independent judgment and decision-making skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

Be physically present and hands-on, making timely decisions in a complex logistics operation.
Lead a diverse workforce sorting, scanning, and moving small packages and containers in warehouse and airport ramp environments.
Supervise aircraft and truck loading and unloading across a widely dispersed area.
Ensure tie-downs and other gear are removed during loading and unloading.
Lead package preparation for sortation and loading onto containers.
Oversee weighing, labeling, and the make-up or breakdown of gaylords or air-containers.
Give clear, direct instructions to team members and maintain process guidelines in a positive manner.
Present information effectively and respond to questions from groups, managers, clients, and customers.
Interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Operate warehouse and ramp equipment and hold necessary licensing, if applicable.
Perform additional assigned tasks as needed.
Maintain and control operational requirements during the shift in accordance with the corporate security program and TSA legislation.