Operations Leader: Safety‑First Logistics & Team Coaching

United Petroleum Transports; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job description

The Operations Manager will be responsible for assisting the CSC Manager as well as carrying out direction and responsibilities to all operation associates,drivers and technicians.

A Day in the life of an Operations Manager

• Promote safety first in all actions
• Assist in the hiring and training of operations associates including Right Way Training, Driver Tablet training, and CSR process training
• Provide direction and guidance to all operations associates, drivers and technicians
• Manage processes and corresponding systems
• Review and make changes as needed to maintain the most efficient staffing of company units to achieve the highest utilization as possible
• Prioritize loads for timely delivery
• Work with fleet managers to assign loads to drivers in a fair and equitable manner
• Provide efficient friendly customer contact
• Control and complete paperwork and reports as required
• Manage Fleet manager schedules and desk assignments
• Communicate with all operations associates and drivers regarding company and customer requirements
• Continually update knowledge of federal and state regulations
• Communicate with internal and external customers as required

Additional Responsibilities

• Carries out duties assigned by center manager or regional manager as required
• Work with and support the business development managers to grow the business
• Responsible for overall CSC operations during the absence of the center manager

Qualifications

• High School Education or equivalent
• One year experience as a fleet manager in transportation industry

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, federal and state standards
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Self-starter with detail oriented work habits
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Display professional demeanor
• Good interpersonal skills; able to work well with wide range of individuals
• Demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules
• Basic computer skills, strong desktop and administrative skills
• Knowledge of basic company employment policies and procedures

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for long periods of time, walking, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, and talking, hearing and visual activity.
• Occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds).

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and copier/printer/scanners.