Sr Supervisor Operations

FREEMAN; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Freeman Company is seeking a Sr Supervisor Operations to lead the operations team at show sites and in Las Vegas, NV, ensuring high-quality, safe events while controlling costs. This role requires coordinating with multiple departments and clients to deliver flawless experiences.

You will supervise, train, and evaluate staff, manage schedules, and uphold safety culture through compliance with policies and OSHA regulations. This is an in-person, full-time role based at Las Vegas sites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Five years of show site freight, decorating and/or I&D experience.
• Minimum two years of supervisory experience.
• Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel.
• Carpentry skills required.
• Osha safety requirements knowledge and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise team members and training, appraisals, and performance management.
• Plan and direct Operations Department activities to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Schedule and oversee labor and equipment for events and shows.
• Coordinate activities across departments to meet job requirements.
• Maintain safety standards and compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Prepare labor requirements and manage overtime to optimize costs.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Communication

MS Word

Excel

Carpentry

OSHA knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

**About Us**

As part of The Freeman Company, Event & Exhibit Services designs and delivers unforgettable moments that create a bond between audiences and our clients. It's just one reason why we're the leader in live events.

**Summary**

It is the responsibility of the Sr Supervisor Operations to lead, supervise, and support the operations team at show site and in the Branch Office while keeping job costs at the lowest possible level and maintaining quality and safety standards. Requires the ability to produce the branch's largest, most complex, major facility events and coordinate operations amongst all departments. Professionally interacts with customers, team members, and third-party vendor/partner representatives to provide the highest level of service excellence. Promote and maintain a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with all safety policies and regulations, holding self and team accountable, actively communicating safety expectations, and supporting continuous improvement in safety practices. This position will support our Event & Exhibit Services team. The position follows an in-person schedule working full-time in-office and/or show-site based out of Las Vegas, NV.

**Essential Duties & Responsibilities**

• Directly supervise team members. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies and applicable laws. Train team members, appraise performance, reward, and discipline team members. Participate in the hiring and firing decisions as required. Address complaints and resolve problems with team members.
• Plan, organize, and direct Operations Department activities to ensure 100% customer satisfaction.
• Study production schedules, estimate team member hour requirements for completion of job assignment, and assign standby labor, as necessary. Work with account executive to be sure their needs are met.
• Schedule and oversee multiple hall foreman as well as submit/approve labor calls for all areas that report to the operations department.
• Schedule radios, scooters, scissor lifts, boom lifts, trailers, trucks, and forklifts as required.
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders to team members, and assign duties as appropriate.
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of department, or crew.
• Lead operations team members in maintaining high morale and work standards and build teamwork among the department. Sets the example and assists other supervisors with training and growth opportunities to make the next position step.
• Maintain time and production records.
• Estimate, requisition, and inspect all job-related materials.
• Confer with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.
• Perform activities of team members supervised as needed.
• Prepare labor requirements and always ensure adequate coverage. Schedule move-in and move-out time to eliminate as much overtime as possible.
• Ensure operations team members comply with company policies and adhere to all safety guidelines.
• Maintain communication with the Account Executive and the Service Desk and advise of any problems that may affect their operation.
• Prepare initial accident reports in accordance with the Risk Management Manual.
• Ensure operations equipment is well maintained and that housekeeping meets company standards.
• Submit final paperwork to the Operations Director including reports on team member performance, shop cooperation, and material usage of the show.
• Communicate and reinforce company safety objectives, programs, and policies within the team. Ensure employees complete required training and understand their safety responsibilities.
• Maintain compliance with company safety policies and applicable OSHA regulations.
• Investigate and document workplace accidents, near misses, and hazards promptly, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Lead by example by encouraging open communication on safety concerns and fostering accountability for maintaining a safe work environment.
• Track and review safety performance metrics, using insights to support decision-making and corrective actions.

**Education & Experience**

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience and ability to produce large tradeshows (typically greater than 1000 booths).
• Minimum two years of supervisory experience.
• Five years of show site freight, decorating and/or I&D experience.
• Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel.
• Carpentry skills required.
• Working knowledge of workplace safety practices and applicable OSHA requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to apply and uphold safety policies, ensure compliance with regulations, and contribute to a proactive safety culture that reduces incidents and improves safety outcomes.

**Certificates, Licenses, Registrations**

• Forklift