Shift Supervisor

Vanderlande Industries B.V.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Disability insurance

Life insurance and AD&D

Job summary

Vanderlande is seeking a Shift Supervisor to lead the onsite operations of the baggage handling system at JFK–Terminal One. You will supervise the ICS and PBB teams, coordinate with the Operations and Maintenance Manager, and ensure safety, quality, and customer service goals are met.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in electro-mechanical roles, 2 years in team leadership, and strong communication in English. Travel within the U.S. may be required for onboarding and go-live support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of electro-mechanical experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a team leader.
• Experience with Control Systems and Networks is a plus.
• Read and write English and local language; strong communication required.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support onsite personnel on ICS and PBB operations.
• Supervise daily operation activities and subcontractors.
• Ensure health and safety plan adherence and training requirements.
• Identify issues and drive continuous improvement across the team.
• Manage labor data, performance, and shift coverage with Ops/Maintenance Manager.

Skills

Team leadership

Electro-mechanical

Controls systems

Communication

Education

Middle level technical education (Mechanical or Electrical)

Airport ID badge eligibility

Job description

Shift Supervisor Job Description

Our Services division offers a full-service portfolio, which includes operation and maintenance services, process optimization, system upgrades and modifications throughout the material handling system's life cycle at airports. The Shiftleader is responsible for the operational and technical personnel duties while operating and maintaining the baggage handling system at JFK – Terminal Ones. Provides leadership, training support, and direction to the onsite team to achieve safety, quality, productivity, along with meeting customer service goals.

Essential Functions (Job Duties and Responsibilities)

Works under the direction of the Operations and Maintenance Manager to guide, support onsite personnel while working on the Individual Carrier System (ICS) and Passenger Boarding Bridge (PBB). Supervises team performance Supervises daily operation activities, leads, and sets direction of the operational and maintenance team including subcontractors. Participate in weekly, monthly, and quarterly meeting with Operations and Maintenance Manager, customers to review performance, as needed. Responsible for the implementation and adherence of staff to our health and safety plan, training requirements and overall participation in the company health and safety program. Improve capability and capacity of operations and maintenance personnel. Train, and lead employee performance to ensure continuous improvement. Ensure a safe work environment for employees and ensure that safe work practices are utilized. Maintain, and enforce site specific policies and procedures including but not limited to: Communication plans, safety plans, contingency plans, attendance, quality control of craftsmanship, inventory management, training requirements, PLC code control (per TSA's PODS 4.2 guidelines). Promote training initiatives Train and follow standard operating procedures. Conduct BHS failures root cause assessments. Conduct ongoing BHS Assessments. Promote Equipment and vicinity cleanliness and good housekeeping practices. Work with Operation and Maintenance Manager to oversee and manage Employee data references regarding labor hours, response, WO completion, problem resolution, etc. Set up, adjust, and maintain LMS parameters Identifies recurring issues and elaborates ideas for improvement, i.e. the quality of work, performance of employees and cooperation with Operation and Maintenance Manager. Distributes work, and monitors progress and quality. Improve team performance which may lead to people development. Supervise and co-ordinate the management of third-party interests when undertaking specialist operations, maintenance, or repair activities on their shift. Responsible for the contractors permit to work and sign offs

Required Education and Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the electro-mechanical field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a team leader
• Experience with Control Systems and Networks, a plus
• Experience in industrial, commercial construction, or material handling/conveyor systems industries.
• Read and write the English and local language.
• Proper communication capabilities.
• Proven track record of problem solving.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to attain and sustain an Airport I.D. Badge

Preferred Qualifications

• Middle level technical education (Mechanical or Electrical) field preferred
• Airport and Warehouse supervision experience
• Conveyor services or material handling services experience
• Safety program knowledge and certification such as OSHA30

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities (Competencies)

• Teambuilder, Group Oriented Leadership Open Providing Feedback
• General knowledge Microsoft office skills – Excel, Word Processing and Outlook
• Available to the engineers to advice and support
• Able to communicate (written and verbal) both within the organization
• Organizational and time management skills
• Capable of analyzing issues and developing solutions
• Strong work ethic, technical affinity, ability to grow and mentor as company expands
• Confidence and professionalism in representing the Company Safety Driven

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, shift schedule - 8 hours a day with possible longer hours and alternate day coverage.

Travel Requirements

This position may require the ability and willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time within the U.S. prior to go-live to support onboarding, training, and operational readiness activities. Following go-live, travel requirements are expected to decrease to less than 10%. Candidates should also be flexible and willing to provide support at other Vanderlande airport sites, particularly in the event of a delayed go-live or if additional site support is required.

Supervisory Responsibility

Oversee and Manage Operation and Maintenance Technician and subcontractors

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environment/physical requirements described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job and/or stepping in when needed: The Manager works in a secured baggage handling area, in repair stations, or on airfields. They often must meet strict deadlines to maintain flight schedules. Workers frequently bend, stoop, and reach from ladders and scaffolds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee at times will lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. They will be lifting parts and tools for extended periods of time and handling equipment such as conveyor systems. They will identify and fix mechanical problems with machinery, and they commonly work with greasy parts and tools, sometimes in uncomfortable positions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is working with and exposed to the baggage handling system, mechanical parts and vibration. The environment can also be loud because of aircraft engines and equipment.

Other Duties

As you can see, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Salary

$70, 000.00 - $91, 520.00

Benefits

• Full-time (40 hours a week) Effective 1st day of employment.
• Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) Paid Time off
• Vanderlande offers free Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance and AD&D and an Employee Assistance program.
• The Company offers a pre-tax 401k and post-tax Roth Retirement plans along with a company match of 100% for the first 5% of your compensation.
• 100% vested on Day 1.

Referral Bonus

Every day, millions of people rely on Vanderlande without even knowing it. From baggage checked in at the airport to parcels on their way to someone’s doorstep, our automation solutions help keep the world moving.

Vanderlande designs, deliveries, and supports automation technology, operational software, and lifecycle services for leading airports and parcel operations worldwide. Across more than 100 countries, our customers rely on us to keep their operations moving reliably, efficiently, and sustainably. Behind every solution are the people who make it happen. At Vanderlande, how we work matters just as much as what we deliver. Our values, Every Day Better, We Care, and Team Play, guide how we collaborate, support each other, and create value for our customers. Here, you can work with colleagues across disciplines and cultures, contribute to work that makes a difference, and build your future in an organisation that invites you to grow. Explore what is possible at Vanderlande and discover how you can make an impact. Aspire. Grow. Achieve. Together.