Operations Supervisor (2:00PM)

Autoport Limited • Charlotte, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Autoport Limited is looking for an Operations Supervisor at its facility located in Lansing, MI! The Operations Supervisor oversees the 24/7/365 operational functions of the railyard, balancing operational demands to support the achievement of terminal goals related to performance, growth, and profitability while ensuring alignment with the broader objectives of the Southern Region. This role contributes to the development, implementation, and monitoring of operational planning goals and strategic initiatives that support long-term success. The Operations Supervisor is also responsible for monitoring and reporting on compliance with all operational and safety regulations, implementing departmental safety initiatives, and supporting cross-departmental safety goals and objectives. In addition, the role fosters strong working relationships with Autoport’s internal and external stakeholders to ensure the safe, timely, and efficient movement of product throughout the entire process, from arrival through yard exit.

Requirements

• Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills, with demonstrated experience leading and coordinating teams in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Proven leadership abilities with strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build positive working relationships and effectively resolve workplace conflicts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint), with the ability to use these tools for reporting, communication, scheduling, and data management.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage competing demands, and support operational efficiency while maintaining a high standard of safety and accountability.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driver’s abstract required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with a unionized workforce is considered an asset.
• Rail and/or automotive industry experience is considered an asset.
• Previous experience working with transportation providers that specialize in the automotive industry is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with multiple operational units to ensure services are delivered to customers; co-ordinate, assign and review work.
• Conform to all safety procedures and maintain a high level of safety awareness in the work environment, ensuring that safety procedures are adhered to at all times.
• Utilize strong communication skills to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Exhibit dedication to getting the job done while meeting established standards of quality, safety, and client satisfaction.
• Effectively communicate instructions, directions, processes, procedures, safety rules and regulations to co-workers, supervisors, and others in written, oral, diagrammatic, and schedule form.
• Must be able to assess and correct problems in stressful situations with tight time constraints.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to facilitate and execute coordinated service delivery.
• Strong ethics with the ability to be fair, but firm.
• Ability to delegate, monitor, and provide guidance to sub-teams in order to facilitate the completion of special projects such as safety and operational initiatives.
• Must be able to manage an extensive workforce and develop timely solutions to operating problems.
• Able to interface both within the company and with customers’ organizations at various levels.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health and Dental Coverage
• Generous Paid Vacation (four (4) weeks upon hire, with further increases depending on length of service)
• Flexible Paid Sick and Personal Days (five (5) days)
• Robust Pension Plan (employer-matched)
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage
• Performance-Based Bonus Potential (up to 10% of your annual salary)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees