Ramp Agent Supervisor

Menzies Aviation; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation is looking for a Ramp Supervisor to oversee unloading/loading of luggage, freight, and cargo on commercial aircraft. You will also drive small specialized vehicles, and perform heavy lifting as part of daily duties.

Responsibilities include supervising ramp agents, training new staff, and ensuring safety compliance while coordinating with other teams across terminals and air cargo facilities. A valid US driver's license and willingness to work varied shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Prior Ramp/Airline experience required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possess valid US driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and all pre-employment testing.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Must be comfortable lifting 70lbs repetitively.
• Must be able to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Pass FBI background and obtain US Customs Seal.
• Must have read and signed the Station Quality Manual and Emergency Procedures Manual.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lead agents and allocate ramp resources as needed.
• Move cargo and baggage on/off aircraft and between terminals and facilities.
• Ensure ramp personnel follow safety regulations.
• Mentor and train new employees; participate in performance evaluations.
• Complete shift reports and sign timecards; prepare disciplinary reports.
• Assist in baggage handling area and conduct shift briefings.
• Read and interpret loading instructions and manifests; operate motorized equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

English proficiency

Valid driver’s license

Background check readiness

Weight/Load handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Ramp Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising the unloading and loading of luggage, freight and cargo on and off commercial aircraft. The Ramp Supervisor will also drive and operate small specialized commercial vehicles. This position will require heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and stretching.

What you will be doing

• Supervise lead agents; allocating ramp agent resources as needed
• Move cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft, airport terminals, air cargo facilities, and other aircraft
• Ensure that ramp personnel adhere to established company safety regulations
• Perform as a mentor to other employees and provide training to new employees
• Some responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems as needed for violations of company policy
• Complete shift reports and sign timecards
• Assist in the preparation of performance evaluation forms
• Prepare disciplinary incident and or termination reports
• Assist in the baggage handling area
• Conduct shift briefings to ensure staff is organized and informed
• Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifests, and baggage and cargo routing tags
• Operate motorized equipment

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

What we are looking for:

• Prior Ramp/Airline experience required
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Possess valid US driver's license with a clean driving record
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and all pre-employment testing
• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English
• Must be comfortable lifting 70lbs repetitively
• Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays
• Pass FBI background and obtain US Customs Seal
• To report any significant deficiency in our products, materials and documents
• Hasaduty to suggest any improvements to working practices, especially those relating to Safety and security
• Must have read and signed the Station Quality Manual, Emergency Response Procedures Manual and the Station Security Manual.
• Must have high school diploma, GED

Diversity

MenziesAviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

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