Operations Manager

AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Insurance Options

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

A logistics company is hiring an Operations Manager in Des Moines, IA, responsible for overseeing daily operations at the service center. Key duties include leading teams, planning manpower needs, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The ideal candidate has supervisory experience in the LTL industry and strong communication skills. This full-time position offers a salary between $80,000 and $90,000, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 5 years previous supervisory experience in the LTL industry.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Multi-task oriented with good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, educate and develop new employees.
• Plan daily manpower needs for timely deliveries.
• Evaluate and reconfigure route structures based on local tendencies.

Skills

Supervisory experience in LTL industry

Communication skills (written, oral, visual)

Organizational skills

Knowledge of DOT rules and regulations

Self-initiative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Operations Manager | Des Moines, IA

Midwest Motor Express (MME), (SCAC "AACT"), the Midwest operating region of AAA Cooper Transportation, is immediately hiring a Full‑Time Operations Manager to join the team at our Minneapolis, MN Service Center. This role is a crucial part of the service center's daily operations. In this position, you'll directly contribute to the efficient flow of freight in and out of the service center while supporting our commitment to our valued customers. Your dedication to safe freight handling, efficient loading and unloading, and effective communication within the service center will be essential to our mutual success. This position offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and numerous opportunities for career growth and advancement within our well‑established and rapidly growing company. Apply now, and find out why Dock Supervisors choose Midwest Motor Express.

Responsibilities

• Lead, educate and develop new employees
• Plan daily manpower needs to ensure customers' freight is delivered and picked‑up timely and damage free
• Communicate with dispatch at various terminals and with dock employees to coordinate the movement of trailers and freight
• Monitor dock to ensure proper loading techniques
• Evaluate and reconfigure route structures and bids based on local tendencies and characteristics
• Conduct safety meetings and facilitate quality groups
• Monitor and analyze all opportunities to improve efficiencies
• Monitor actual performance data and gather information for performance reviews
• Assist Operation Supervisors as needed: conduct pre‑shift meetings; implement company policy
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Perform other duties as required

Benefits

• Comprehensive Insurance Options
• Access high‑quality medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family, plus company‑sponsored life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Modern and Well‑Maintained Equipment
• Professional Development Opportunities

ACT invests in you! Enhance your skills and advance your career.

AAA Cooper Transportation, doing business as Midwest Motor Express, is an independent subsidiary of Knight‑Swift Holdings, delivers comprehensive transportation solutions, specializing in less‑than‑truckload, dedicated contract carriage, and truckload services. Our strategic partnerships with trusted regional affiliates ensure reliable freight movement throughout much of the United States.

AAA Cooper Transportation, doing business as Midwest Motor Express, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Pay Range: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year.

Requirements

• Must possess high school diploma or equivalent
• 5 years previous supervisory experience in the LTL industry
• Must be able to travel as needed
• Basic written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.)
• Strong communication skills (written, oral and visual)
• Thorough knowledge of the LTL industry, DOT rules and regulations, OSHA laws, hazardous materials regulations, NMFC and tariff rules, and company policies and procedures, preferred
• Able to work in a remote location, taking self‑initiative without requiring immediate local supervision
• Multi‑task oriented and possess good organizational skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Internet