Operations Manager: Safety & Efficiency Leader

LRS; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LRS in Chicago is seeking an Operations Manager to drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. The role focuses on building operational talent, addressing key challenges, and implementing standard practices across multiple business units.

You will supervise drivers, dispatchers, and support staff, manage budgets, track performance metrics, and pursue continuous improvements to meet customer expectations and align with the company’s safety-first culture.

Qualifications

• Multitask across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and cash.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication abilities.
• Self-starter with high accountability and positive attitude.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to safety policies in all work areas.
• Promote a positive safety culture through leadership by example.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety rules and state regulations.
• Implement and manage safety initiatives.
• Drive and track financial performance via budgets and forecasting.
• Lead a team of drivers, dispatchers, and support staff to ensure service quality.

Skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Accountability

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

MS Office proficiency

Education

3+ years of operations manager or supervisor experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

LRS in Chicago is seeking an Operations Manager to drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. The role focuses on building operational talent, addressing key challenges, and implementing standard practices across multiple business units.

You will supervise drivers, dispatchers, and support staff, manage budgets, track performance metrics, and pursue continuous improvements to meet customer expectations and align with the company’s safety-first culture.