Shop Floor Supervisor

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Shop Floor Supervisor to assist the day-to-day planning and organizing of a team at a Bethlehem facility. The role supports audits, inventory, budgets, and performance management, including staffing and attendance.

The position offers a $1,500 sign-on bonus for a limited time, with potential for overtime and varied shifts, including nights and weekends. Full-time commitment is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent with 1–2 years of related experience, including 1–2 years in a management role.

Responsibilities

• Solicit, assign, and monitor onsite vendors to ensure proper repairs are completed and costs are controlled.
• Monitor expenses related to shop management to maintain the budget and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Promote a safe work environment and conduct safety meetings and inspections.
• Inspect repaired equipment for DOT and company standards.
• Perform personnel management tasks including staffing, performance reviews and attendance.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure timely repairs and efficient workflow.
• Train staff on service bulletins, OSHA compliance, and company policies.
• Schedule inbound equipment and prioritize repairs to maximize utilization.
• Ensure compliance with warranty procedures and complete campaigns.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Professionalism

Communication

Documentation

Decision making

Physical ability

Team leadership

PPE

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Under general direction, this position is an entry-level people management position that will assist and support the day-to-day planning and organizing of a team at a facility. The incumbent will act upon leadership's direction as it pertains to managing facility audits, inventory, budgets, and meeting goals. The position will perform multiple personnel management tasks, including but not limited to, staffing, performance management, annual reviews, and time and attendance. This position has the possibility to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends in addition to overtime; it requires full-time attendance.

Job Description

$1,500 sign on bonus available for limited time.

Key Responsibilities

• Solicit, assign, and monitor onsite vendors to ensure proper repairs are completed and costs are controlled
• Monitor expenses related to shop management in order to maintain the budget; identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency
• Maintain the company's safety culture by promoting a safe work environment in compliance with federal and state regulations, conduct safety meetings, mock OSHA inspections, model safe work habits, etc
• Inspect completed repairs to ensure equipment is up to DOT and company standard
• Perform multiple personnel management tasks, including but not limited to, staffing, performance management, annual reviews, and time and attendance
• Monitor work in progress on the floor to ensure it is performed safely, correctly, and meets standard repair times
• Perform daily operational tasks as needed including estimates, down unit reporting, yard checks, etc.
• Ensure team reaches and maintains goals set by leadership; train staff on service bulletins, OSHA compliance, and company policies and procedures
• Schedule inbound equipment and maintain estimated running time so that repairs are assigned in order of priority; ensure equipment status is updated continually to maximize utilization
• Monitor that all required repair campaigns are completed and warranty procedures are followed
• Other duties as assigned
• Ensure work shift begins on schedule and assign work orders to technicians to maintain an orderly and efficient workflow that meets internal customer deadlines; manage cost per hour

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent with 1-2 years of related experience with 1-2 years of which being direct or indirect management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to act professionally
• Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas through various mediums
• Ability to capture and document relevant business information in an auditable, organized, and easily retrievable manner
• Ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment
• Ability to fulfill physical requirements (lift/move appliance up to 50 pounds)
• Ability to form and manage effective teams
• Ability to wear appropriate work attire (protective gear/PPE)
• Ability to work both individually and as a team
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work with under minimal direction

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education,experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may beeligible forannual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of theCompany’s bonusand incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicableeligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time:

• medical benefit
• dental benefit
• visionbenefit
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability coverage
• paid time offcommensuratewith tenure (includes vacation and sick time)
• two weeks of paid parental leave
• and six paid holidaysannually

Education

High School (Required), GED (Required)

Work Experience

Transportation/Logistics, Safety, Management-Entry Level, Facilities Management, Maintenance

Job Opening ID

00644176 Shop Floor Supervisor (Open)

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.

About Us

Better benefits, clear career paths and a people-first culture, because we are Driven for You™.

Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics,offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country.There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt istheplace to jumpstart your career.

Better benefits, clear career paths and a people-first culture, because we are Driven for You™.

Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics,offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country.There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt istheplace to jumpstart your career.

Why J.B. Hunt?

J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason – our people. Thecareer possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt are endless. From competitive salary andbenefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people andtakegreat pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.

What are we looking for?

J.B. Hunt welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels tojoinour team. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across alldepartments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role atJ.B.Hunt could take your career to the next level.