Shop Floor Supervisor

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Paid time off

Paid maternity leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in Jersey City, NJ is seeking an entry-level Shop Floor Supervisor to support day-to-day planning and organize a team at the facility. The role includes staffing, performance reviews, and time and attendance, with potential for night/weekend shifts and overtime.

You will monitor vendor repairs, manage expenses to stay within budget, promote a safety culture, inspect repairs to DOT standards, and ensure timely, accurate work orders and efficient workflow.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 1–2 years of related experience and some management exposure.
• Ability to act professionally and communicate clearly.
• Strong ability to document information in an auditable, organized format.
• Analytical decision-making based on informed judgment.

Responsibilities

• Solicit, assign, and monitor onsite vendors to ensure repairs meet quality and cost targets.
• Monitor shop expenses to stay within budget and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Promote safety culture and conduct safety meetings in line with regulations.
• Inspect repairs to ensure DOT and company standards are met.
• Manage staffing, performance reviews, and attendance.
• Oversee work in progress to ensure safe, timely, and quality outputs.
• Coordinate daily operations, including estimates and yard checks.
• Train staff on service bulletins, OSHA compliance, and policies.
• Schedule inbound equipment and manage repair priorities for utilization.
• Ensure shift starts on time and assign work to maintain workflow.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Professional demeanor

Team leadership

Communication skills

Safety culture

Education

GED

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Title: Shop Floor Supervisor Department: Production & Skilled Trades Country: United States of America State/Province: New Jersey City: Jersey City Full/Part Time: Full time

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:

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

Compensation:

The expected starting pay range for this position is between $90,200 - $135,400

Benefits:

• medical benefit
• dental benefit
• vision benefit
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability coverage
• paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time)
• six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave
• six paid holidays annually

Education:

GED (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience:

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

Job Opening ID:

00649636 Shop Floor Supervisor (Open)

Company & Diversity Statements:

Both J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. and Hunt Mexicana S.A. de C.V. are equal employment opportunity employers without regard to any characteristic protected under applicable law, including veterans and disability.

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 is the place to jumpstart your career.

We are a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason – our people.

The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt Transport. Inc. or Hunt Mexicana S.A. de C.V. are endless. From competitive salary and benefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people and take great pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.

We welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our teams. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across all departments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role with us could take your career to the next level.

J.B. Hunt is proud to serve individuals of all abilities.