Supervisor - Ramp Airport Operations

United Airlines; Newark, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Parental leave

401(k)

Flight privileges

Job summary

United Airlines is seeking a Supervisor - Airport Operations to lead front-line teams at Newark, NJ, ensuring on-time, high-quality service. You will coach staff, monitor performance, and implement standard work and continuous improvement while aligning with safety and company standards.

The role focuses on developing staff, resolving issues, and ensuring consistent service delivery across shifts within a dynamic airport environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years in operations or fast-paced environment.
• Experience leading teams and delivering customer service.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven ability in conflict resolution and team leadership.
• Proficient in IT systems and job-relevant software.
• Demonstrated business acumen, continuous improvement focus.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Interview required to meet qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and engage front-line teams to deliver exceptional customer service and on-time, high-quality products.
• Review metrics, conduct trend analyses, and drive continuous improvement and accountability.
• Oversee performance of a team, zone or area and align with safety and service goals.
• Provide guidance and coaching, document performance, and support standard work.
• Coordinate with business partners to ensure consistent service delivery.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Conflict resolution

Communication

IT systems

Safety orientation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

IT systems & software

Job description

Location Newark, New Jersey, United States Category Corporate Job Id EWR00004764 Airport Management & Administrative Job Type Full-Time Posted Date 10/03/2026

Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.

Come join us to create what's next. Lets define tomorrow, together.

Description

At United, we fly into airports around the entire world. And we need a whole team of people to keep things running in tip-top shape! From the exceptional service at the check-in counter to the departure gate, and even behind the scenes making sure your checked bags arrive with you, our Airport Operations team keeps operations at our airports running smoothly every single day.

The supervisor will focus on leading and developing the skills of front-line co-workers with the goal of delivering consistent and excellent customer service and delivering a quality product in accordance with Company guidelines. Ensure consistency on operational, service and product delivery. Develop and support standard work and continuous improvement processes. Oversee and support the performance of a team, zone or area.

• Lead and engage front-line teams to deliver exceptional customer service and on-time, high-quality products; conduct briefings, set clear expectations, and maintain strong team communications across shifts. Assign and delegate tasks appropriately; provide ongoing coaching, recognition, and skill development focused on service and operational excellence. Identify issues and apply structured problem solving; develop and execute action plans to address performance or behavior gaps (e.g., dependability, attendance, job quality). Monitor team performance and customer interactions to ensure compliance with company standards, safety protocols, and service goals. Administer corrective actions and document performance issues, investigations (e.g., safety, complaints), and high performance in the case management system.
• Review key metrics, conduct trend analyses, and lead performance dialogues to drive continuous improvement and accountability. Develop and implement standard work processes; ensure effective shift turnover and operational alignment.
• Participate in peer, safety, and accident review boards; address and resolve inappropriate behavior with clear, actionable feedback.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on service delivery, company procedures, and union guidelines; provide technical guidance as needed.
• Partner with Business Partners to support shared goals and ensure consistent service delivery.
• Complete required documentation, attend team and leadership meetings, support collateral projects, and manage communications (e.g., email, voicemail follow-up).

Qualifications

What's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years' experience in an operations or fast-paced business environment or successful completion of a company-sponsored training program
• Experience leading teams and delivering customer service
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proven ability in conflict resolution, decision-making, and team leadership
• Proficient in IT systems and job-relevant software
• Demonstrated strengths in business acumen, continuous improvement, and customer focus
• Strong sense of accountability, teamwork, motivation, and safety orientation
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree or related experience
• Union experience
• Demonstrates an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and effectively leverages them for research, analysis, content creation, and problem-solving. Applies critical thinking to validate AI-generated outputs while adhering to company policies related to responsible AI use, data privacy, and security.

The base pay range for this role is $80,235.90 to $98,066.10.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact [e-mail]

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Category Corporate

JobId EWR00004764

Job Speciality Airport Management & Administrative

Type Full-Time

PostedDate 10/03/2026

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