Supervisor Operations - Transportation Dept. (6

LSG Sky Chefs; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline catering provider is seeking a Supervisor Operations for their Transportation Department. This role involves leading a team to ensure efficient transportation operations, compliance with safety standards, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and experience in high-volume environments.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years supervisory experience in high-volume manufacturing or food production.
• Ability to manage 20+ employees and provide constructive feedback.

Responsibilities

• Supervise drivers and ensure timely deliveries.
• Conduct daily work group meetings and maintain financial goals.
• Ensure compliance with safety and government regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Associates/Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Supervisor Operations - Transportation Dept. (6 openings)

Job Title: Supervisor Operations - Transportation Dept. (6 openings) - SFO HUB

Job Location: San Francisco, USA - 94010

Work Location Type: On-Site

Salary Range: $69,111.69 - $86,389.61

About us

LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world's largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted 'Airline Caterer of the Year in North America' for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.

Role Purpose Statement

As an Operations Supervisor - Transportation, you will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless execution of transportation operations by leading and supervising a team of drivers and driver assistants. You will be responsible for maintaining efficiency, ensuring on-time deliveries, and upholding the highest safety and compliance standards. Your role will include managing daily workflow, conducting team meetings, monitoring financial goals, and ensuring adherence to government regulations, including DOT, OSHA, FDA, and USDA requirements. You will also drive continuous improvement by implementing process enhancements, optimizing labor and productivity, and fostering a culture of accountability and operational excellence.

Main Accountabilities

1. Responsible for supervising drivers and driver assistants
2. Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed, and directed, and that all delivery times are met timely
3. Conduct daily work group meetings
4. Maintain all financial goals related to material, productivity, overtime, and labor
5. Check dock area to ensure employees have required equipment and trucks leave according to schedule
6. Ensure all teams are catering correct aircraft and flights
7. Ensure all employees comply with safety procedures and Airport Transport Authority badging requirements
8. Ensure compliance with all government regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, USDA, OSHA, EPA, DOT, HACCP)
9. Document and follow up on all department processes to implement improvements
10. Ensure on-time and accurate production and catering of all flights
11. Other duties as necessary

Leadership

• Guide, motivate, and develop staff
• Perform performance evaluations, coaching, counseling, and prepare corrective actions; liaise with HR and support functions
• Manage productivity hours and costs; initiate corrective actions
• Support initiatives such as Quality, HACCP, Lean Manufacturing, Employee Safety, and Production systems

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Associates/Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• One to three years supervisory experience in high-volume manufacturing, food production, catering, or similar environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to manage 20+ employees
• Comfortable with all employee levels and driving positive change
• Ability to provide constructive feedback daily
• Working knowledge of OSHA, GMP, FDA, USDA, and EPA regulations
• Excellent verbal, written, organizational skills; ability to multi-task
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Windows-based applications

LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.