Shop Floor Supervisor

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term & long-term disability

Paid time off

Six weeks maternity leave and two paid

Six paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt, Inc. is seeking a Shop Floor Supervisor in an entry-level management role in Memphis. You will assist with day-to-day planning, staffing, and audits across multiple shifts, including nights and weekends, while promoting safety and efficiency.

You will lead a team, coordinate repairs, monitor costs, and ensure DOT/state compliance. The position offers full-time hours with potential bonuses and growth within a Fortune 500 transportation leader.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 1–2 years of related experience and 1–2 years in management.
• Ability to act professionally and communicate effectively.
• Ability to document information in an auditable, organized manner.
• Ability to analyze situations and make informed decisions.
• Ability to fulfill physical requirements (lift/move up to 50 pounds).
• Ability to form and manage effective teams.
• Ability to work with minimal direction and in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Solicit, assign, and monitor onsite vendors to control repairs and costs.
• Monitor shop expenses to stay within the budget and improve cost efficiency.
• Promote safety culture and conduct safety meetings and inspections.
• Inspect repairs to ensure DOT and company standards.
• Manage staffing, performance reviews, and attendance.
• Monitor floor work to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Perform daily operations tasks such as estimates and yard checks.
• Train staff on service bulletins, OSHA compliance, and company policies.
• Schedule inbound equipment and prioritize repairs.
• Ensure warranty procedures are followed.
• Handle additional duties as assigned.
• Begin shifts on schedule and manage cost per hour.

Skills

Staffing

Performance management

Leadership

Safety compliance

Team building

Communication

Documentation

Decision making

Physical ability

Independent work

Education

GED

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Summary

Under general direction, this position is an entry-level people management position that will assist and support the day-to‑time 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Sollicit, 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

• 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
• 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

$1,500.00 sign-on bonus for a limited time! 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 be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

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: 00640947 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 contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications 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, 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.

Fortune 500 experience. Career advancement. Nationwide relocation possibilities. 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.

Why J.B. Hunt? J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason – our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt 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.

What are we looking for? J.B. Hunt welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our team. 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 at J.B. Hunt could take your career to the next level.

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