Supervisor, Operations I - ABF Freight

ArcBest; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Excellent health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K participation

Vacation eligibility during the first year

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supervisor, Operations I to oversee Service Center operations. This role is crucial in ensuring that all loading and unloading activities are executed safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in transportation or service center operations. You will lead a team, provide training, and foster a culture of safety and excellence. Join a company that values integrity, collaboration, and growth, and take the next step in your career with a supportive environment that offers competitive wages and great benefits.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in Service Center or transportation preferred.
• Supervisory experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise loading/unloading activities and ensure safety standards.
• Provide training and performance feedback to employees.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Decision Making and Critical Thinking

Initiative

Managing Multiple Priorities

Mentoring Others

Process Management

Transportation Safety

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description
The Supervisor, Operations I ensures all Service Center Operations work is performed according to approved Company procedures, standards, and specifications. This position supervises all activities of Service Center employees and support personnel engaged in loading and unloading activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide training, performance feedback, and disciplinary recommendations, as needed.
• Assign job tasks to workers according to unloading and loading schedules.
• Support our values-driven culture focused on creativity, integrity, collaboration, growth, excellence, and wellness.
• Plan, supervise, and control available resources associated with the timely, damage-free, and safe loading/unloading of freight on assigned shifts.
• Maintain a positive attitude in a highly intense environment.
• Provide a clean, safe working environment for all personnel and visiting customers.
• Coordinate work assignments and monitor performances.
• Other duties and projects, as assigned.
• Maintain appropriate load plans and ensure proper load balance for safe vehicle operation.
• Work in a team setting to accomplish department goals.
• Foster safe handling, loading, unloading, and storage of hazardous materials.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree, preferred

Experience:

• 2 years Service Center, transportation, and/or related experience, preferred
• Supervisory experience, preferred

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Requirements:

• General knowledge of freight, imports, exports, and proper freight handling techniques, preferred
• Shift days and hours required for this position vary by location and may include days, nights, and/or weekends. Being able to work the required hours at this location will be considered a minimum requirement.

Competencies:

• Decision Making and Critical Thinking
• Initiative
• Managing Multiple Priorities
• Mentoring Others
• Process Management
• Service Center Operation and Maintenance
• Transportation Safety

Benefits:

• Competitive Wages
• Excellent health, dental, and vision benefits
• Opportunity to participate in a company-sponsored 401K
• Vacation eligibility during the first year!

Other Details

Work Hours:

• Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.

Compensation:

• This is a salary position paid biweekly.
• Variable compensation is included.

About Us

ABF Freight, an ArcBest company, is one of the nation's largest, most trusted less-than-truckload carriers. With over a century of experience, 240 service centers spanning North America, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and customer service, ABF offers best-in-class LTL transportation for companies of all sizes and industries. We're driven for excellence.