Operations Supervisor B5 (L2, 2nd Shift)

Deutsche Post; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Express USA is seeking an Operations Supervisor for the CVG Airport hub in Erlanger, KY. This 2nd shift role leads cargo handling, enforces safety standards, and ensures timely, compliant processing of shipments.

You will supervise 15–25 staff, coordinate with flight, ramp, and customs teams, and implement quality controls across all hub operations to maintain efficient performance and security.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in logistics, transportation, warehouse or related field.
• BS/BA degree preferred with previous supervisory experience.
• Advanced MS Word and Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages hub operational activities to ensure safe, timely and cost-effective processing of shipments.
• Implements and directs quality control for all operational areas.
• Directs and ensures compliance with DHL policies, procedures and standards with government regulations.
• Establishes and maintains a record keeping system for hub operations (volume, damages, safety incidents, productivity).
• Communicates with systems operations control, flight control, maintenance control, facilities maintenance, sort, ramp, and US customs to ensure efficient hub operation.
• Oversees the loading and unloading of trucks, trailers, air containers, or airline pallets.
• Supervises the identification and segregation of non-conforming and dangerous goods cargo.
• Supervises 15-25 subordinates; responsible for hiring, coaching, training, and developing staff.

Skills

Logistics supervision

People leadership

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

BS/BA preferred

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

What makes DHL great? Our People! We know each employee’s individual contributions make us the #1 Express Delivery and Logistics Company in the world.

Distinguished as No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune Magazine

DHL Express is committed to maintaining an environment that empowers every team member to make the greatest possible impact on our business. Our corporate culture is about personal commitment – to our business, to each other and to our global communities. DHL is dedicated to being a great place to work. In addition to competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy a range of programs, services and benefits that bring the best to their personal lives.

Start YOUR career with DHL today…

We currently have a need for an Operations Supervisor at our CVG Airport facility in Erlanger, Kentucky. This 2nd shift position will be responsible for establishing and executing the policies and procedures necessary to manage the physical manipulation of cargo within, into, and out of the Hub. The position will also ensure that the entire process meets customer and internal requirements and is completed in an organized, efficient and safe manner.

Key Accountabilities

• Manages and coordinates Hub operational activities to ensure the safe, timely and cost effective processing of shipments
• Implements and directs quality control for all operational areas
• Directs and ensures compliance with established DHL corporate, hub, gateway or terminal warehouse Hub/Gateway, and airline policies, procedures and standards in accordance with government regulations
• Establishes and maintains a record keeping system for all Hub operations regarding volume, damages, safety incidents, productivity, etc
• Communicates with some or all of the following: systems operations control, flight control, maintenance control, facilities maintenance, sort, ramp, airport police, fire and rescue, and US customs, and agriculture to ensure efficient and safe operation of the Hub
• Oversees the loading and unloading of any of the following: trucks, trailers, air containers, or airline pallets
• Supervises the identification and segregation of non-conforming and dangerous goods cargo and informs the applicable department according to proper processes and procedures
• Supervises 15-25 subordinates; responsible for hiring, coaching, training, and developing staff
• Ability to work 2nd shift

Qualifications - External

Skills & Qualifications

• 2 years experience in logistics, transportation, warehouse or industry related field preferred
• BS/BA (preferred) with previous supervisory experience
• Advanced Level Skills in MS Word and Excel
• Strong communication (oral and written) skills
• Minimum 1 (one) year of supervisory experience preferred

LANGUAGE: Fluent English

LOCATION: Cincinnati, OH

TRAVEL: Less than 15%

Work Authorization

DHL Express USA will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which visa sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.

DHL is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The EEO is the Law poster is available here:

https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/eeo-law-poster

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.