Assistant Manager - JLR

Ports America, Inc.; Brunswick (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent logistics company in Georgia seeks a dedicated assistant manager to help implement strategy and ensure customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include resolving issues, promoting safety standards, and coaching employees. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and strong problem-solving abilities. This role emphasizes teamwork and quality adherence, offering the chance for overtime and flexible hours. Join us to contribute to a thriving work environment.

Qualifications

• Valid US Driver’s License.
• Must obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Badge).
• Knowledge of quality systems and process improvement techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist manager with daily operations and strategy implementation.
• Resolve customer issues to ensure satisfaction.
• Help to coach and motivate employees.

Skills

Problem-solving abilities

Detail-oriented

Ability to follow instructions

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Knowledge of production processes

Familiarity with health and safety standards

Job description

• Assist manager by performing related duties
• Assist the manager in organizing, planning, and implementing strategy
• Assist in resolving customer issues to their overall satisfaction
• Explore opportunities to add value to the job and recommend changes to the manager
• Participate in recruitment with Talent Acquisition and dismissal processes with Human Resources
• Ensure that standard operating procedures are adhered to.
• Ensure implementation and adherence to health and safety procedures
• Helps to coach, counsel, and discipline employees
• Motivate employees and ensuring a focus on the mission
• Maintain a clean and hazard free work environment and follow all policies and procedures regarding safety
• Fill in for manager in times of absence. Make executive decisions, hold/ attend meetings and provide accountability
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Shift: Monday – Friday 7:00am-3:30pm with possible overtime and/or weekend work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid US Driver’s License
• Obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Badge) issued by the Department of Homeland Security
• Drive both automatic and straight shift vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience in production and manufacturing processes and techniques.
• Knowledge of quality systems and standards.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards and compliance.
• Knowledge of process improvement techniques.
• Knowledge of machines and tools.
• Knowledge of engineering and technology principles and practices.
• Must possess problem-solving abilities and be detail oriented.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate clear and concise instructions to employees

Physical Working Attributes:

• Lift, push, and or pull up to 50lbs.
• Periodically exposed to all outdoor elements including heat, cold, rain, insects and other conditions which may exist from time to time.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

IAP, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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