Operations Supervisor

Dayton Freight•Des Plaines, IL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Stable and growing organization seeking an Operations Supervisor. This role offers competitive weekly pay, quick advancement opportunities, and a professional, positive, and people-centered work environment. The position is located in modern facilities with clean, late-model equipment. A comprehensive benefits package is included, along with paid holidays, vacation, personal days, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Requirements

Knowledge of the LTL/ Transportation Industry
Has managed Drivers and Dockworkers
Knowledge of the surrounding geographical area to the Service Center
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Must be at least 18 years of age
Fluent in English

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, coordinate and implement methods and procedures that will ensure the most efficient and economical routing and movement of customers’ freight in an error-free manner.
Compile production and service records and measure conformance to standards.
Inspect and measure performance of personnel resulting in changes in work practices necessary to improve overall Service Center operations.
Review logs and reports and confers with shift personnel to ascertain pertinent scheduling, production and administrative support requirements.
Set up appointment freight deliveries.
Perform and or assists with billing, rating, manifesting and analysis of freight weight and size.
Maintain excellent communication with external and internal customers.
Assist with training, development and evaluation of production and/or clerical personnel performance and recommends or initiates documentation.
In conjunction with the Service Center Manager, recruit, qualify, interview, hire, train and develop Service Center personnel.
Ensure that Service Center premises are protected and maintained.
Assist in the investigation, reporting and initiation of corrective actions for accidents, job related injuries employee discrepancies.
Understand and apply company safety practices including DOT, EPA, ICC and OSHA rules and regulations.
Assist with the facilitation of information meetings with Service Center team members.
Effectively handle special assignments as directed.