Operations Manager Accelerated Trainee - Heartland Area

UBLIC SERVICES, INC.; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual for their Operations Manager Accelerated Program. This full-time, 18-month development program offers on-the-job training and formal learning, preparing you for a leadership role within the company. You will gain hands-on experience in various operational functions while building strong relationships with executives and colleagues. This program not only focuses on your professional growth but also emphasizes making a positive impact on the community and environment. Join a team that values collaboration and creativity, and take the next step in your career with this exciting opportunity.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Career growth opportunities

Mentorship and support

Community impact initiatives

Qualifications

• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience required.
• Strong commitment to organizational success and resource management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a large team while adhering to safety and compliance.
• Participate in various functions to learn the business operations.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Decision-Making

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Operations Manager Accelerated Program (OMAP) is a full time 18-month development program that provides on-the-job training and formal learning through a structured sequence of tasks designed to expose you to operations within the Company. While working through the three units of the program, you (the Operations Manager Accelerated Trainee) will learn the fundamentals of the business; develop your leadership skills in a fast-paced position; and establish close working relationships with executives, managers, employees and customers. The strong operational, networking and leadership skills developed will enable you to grow your career and is designed to prepare you for a position as an Operations Manager all while helping build a more sustainable world. Join a team of genuinely great people and fast track your growth in one of the most stable industries across the country.

PROGRAM BENEFITS:

• After a successful training experience of up to 18-months, you (the Operations Manager Accelerated Trainee) will be equipped to place as an Operations Manager role.
• Follow a clear path to career growth.
• Enjoy competitive wages and benefits.
• Make a positive impact on our community, environment and world.

THE TRAINING EXPERIENCE:

• Rotations in sales, finance, post collection, maintenance and operations.
• Learn and practice how to develop and lead a large team.
• Learn and practice how to manage a growing infrastructure.
• Gain high visibility to senior leadership.
• Receive continuous mentorship and support.
• Transfer or gain experience in various locations throughout the U.S.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receives instruction in subjects related to the rotational experience.
• Attends trainings, watches guest speakers, and creates projects and/or oral presentations.
• Work in different functions to learn the business, including operations, finance, sales, maintenance, and post collections.
• Adheres to guidelines of the formal training program.
• Participates in periodic evaluations.
• Works with other managers to plan and direct the work of the organization.
• Demonstrates a commitment to safety and compliance. Lead operations to ensure compliance with all standards including environmental, operating, regulatory, safety, accounting and ethics.
• Participates in managing a large staff, including interviewing, hiring, training, coaching, performance management; develop supervisory goals and objectives; and effective resolution of safety issues and claims.
• Uses Company systems to analyze sales, gross profit and inventory activity.
• Implements and executes plans to complement the business unit’s strategic and operating plan; champion the execution of tactical initiatives within the business unit to maximize the customer experience, growth and durability, while optimizing profitability.
• Works with management to develop and implement actions that protect Company assets and profitability.
• Builds and maintains strong and effective relationships with relevant government, community and environmental groups.
• Learns and demonstrates the leadership characteristics that support the Republic Way.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated ability to lead a large team.
• Is process-driven and results-oriented in setting and pursuing aggressive goals, demonstrating a strong commitment to organizational success and marshaling resources to accomplish goals and objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change initiatives.
• Proven problem-solving, analytical, critical-thinking and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to optimize near-term results that contribute to long-term sustainable success.
• Is collaborative; builds and works with diverse teams.
• Creative thinker who challenges conventional solutions.
• Demonstrates and promotes ethical behavior.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing, and multitasking skills.
• Proven ability to make good decisions in a fast-moving environment.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Working knowledge of business finance, controls, and metrics.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of two years supervisory or management experience.
• Willing to relocate.

This posting is for our external OMAP program. For internal employees, please contact your HR Partner to discuss the internal process.