Station Manager - Air Cargo (RDU)

Jobs At Air General•Morrisville, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Air General, a third-generation, family-owned, national cargo handling company, is seeking a Station Manager to lead our Raleigh-Durham International Airport operations. The Station Manager at Air General provides leadership and oversight for a location within a designated airport, may include additional related facilities within the operations. The Manager plans, directs, and coordinates, through all personnel, warehouse and air cargo operations in a dynamic and fast-moving environment. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills, experience in the cargo handling industry, and a proven track record of operational and customer service excellence. If you are interested in a career with an industry leader that promotes a diverse and inclusive culture, one where employees feel valued and respected, and are encouraged to contribute their unique perspectives, please consider joining us!

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a valid and unexpired US Driver’s license.
Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
Must be able to obtain a valid airport SIDA badge.
Proven leadership skills.
Candidates must possess some intermediate computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office programs.
Must be able to clearly understand and communicate in English when performing essential job functions.
Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings, background checks, and airport/government security background checks, applicable Custom Security Seal, and post offer drug screens.
Be available to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to handle stress in a fast-paced, high-noise environment, and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.
Five + years Domestic and/or International air cargo, logistics, supply chain experience preferred.
Five + years of managerial experience preferred.
Some travel may be required for airline specific training.

Responsibilities

Organize, coordinate, and control all contract handling services on behalf of the customer, in a safe and efficient manner.
Implement procedures designed to meet all customer targets and service requirements.
Ensure that handling services do not adversely affect the safe and punctual operation of the customer’s flight services.
Hire and develop a highly motivated workforce.
Ensure all necessary training standards are achieved or exceeded.
Ensure all customer targets are achieved or exceeded.
Ensure all safety standards are adhered to.
Ensure all TSA Directives and any other security procedures are complied with in accordance with their programs and mandates.
Initiate directives and procedures, which will enhance service levels to the customer.
Meet regularly with other managers and supervisors to establish constant feedback and action plan for any improvements in service handling.
Take the appropriate disciplinary action for breaches of safety, security, violations of company rules or service matters.
Ensure all incidents or service complaints are fully investigated.
Provide full and concise written reports.
Evaluate all recommendations for service improvements and ensure they are implemented.
Establish a protocol for the handling of employee and administrative matters with the objective of obtaining maximum productivity and performance.
Develop responsible routines with customers and subordinates for handling services planning, control and feedback with particular emphasis on good communications.
Liaise with customer on a formal and routine basis for feedback on performance.
Ensure all reasonable customer requests are carried out.
Maintain adequate system of performance measurements as required.
Ensure quality standards are met at all times.
Oversee all fiscal transactions and ensure integrity of cash receipts systems and banking procedures for Air General and our clients.
Provide proper physical security of cash and revenues received from customers.
Ensure financial audits and service audits are properly administered.
Spot check the cash receipts records and ensure station audits and customer audit follow ups are actioned promptly.
Ensure safety, security, and serviceability of premises, equipment, and all fixtures and assets.
Ensure that bonded cargo is stored in assigned location and that procedures for special cargo, valuable cargo, etc. are in place and adhered to.
Meet with customers clients, as requested, to enhance customer confidence, client rapport, and business integrity.
Attend industry meetings and interface with airport officials and local and federal agencies.
Ensure customer’s VIP accounts are serviced with extra care and without problems.
Ensure sensitive commodities (HRs, DGs) are treated with extra supervision from Station Manager and Ops Manager levels, down to line supervisors.
Advance the reputation of both Air General, and in particular the customer, by maintaining a professional company image among all employees.
Aggressively reduce overtime, payroll costs, and other operational costs.
Conduct periodic and annual performance appraisals for all staff.
Obtain over-limit spending approvals from Corp. prior to spending.
Report payable invoices in timely manner to Corp.
Seek and report to Corp. on new revenue opportunities.