Ramp Supervisor: Lead On-Time Aircraft Ops

Southwest Airlines Co.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fly for free on open seats

401(k) Company match up to 9.3%

3% STI bonus

Profit-sharing potential

Health insurance

Health plan from day one

Job summary

Southwest Airlines Co. is seeking a Ramp Supervisor to lead Ramp Agents, ensuring aircraft arrival and departure on schedule. You will guide the team, enforce safety rules, and prepare equipment for operations. The role includes scheduling, training, and daily reporting to support safe, efficient, on-time service.

The position emphasizes strong people leadership, collaboration with Airport Operations, and adherence to Southwest values. Compensation reflects hourly pay with overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of business and management principles for strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Understanding of safety rules and on-time aircraft operations.
• Familiarity with labor contracts and workforce scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Actively coordinate with Departments to maintain on-time performance and morale.
• Monitor ground support performance to meet requirements.
• Ensure equipment including GSE is maintained for operations.
• Oversee day-to-day airport operations with safety and service focus.
• Lead shift bidding, training compliance, payroll, and attendance records.
• Manage labor contracts and avoid disputes.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Ground operations

Scheduling

People management

Communication

Operational readiness

Job description

Southwest Airlines Co. is seeking a Ramp Supervisor to lead Ramp Agents, ensuring aircraft arrival and departure on schedule. You will guide the team, enforce safety rules, and prepare equipment for operations. The role includes scheduling, training, and daily reporting to support safe, efficient, on-time service.

The position emphasizes strong people leadership, collaboration with Airport Operations, and adherence to Southwest values. Compensation reflects hourly pay with overtime opportunities.