Operations Supervisor Job Listing at Savage in Baton Rouge, LA (Job ID 34477)

Description

Come work with us! Savage has been designated by USA Today as a Top Workplace and also received recognition as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation.

Military Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply. 

These are just a few of the benefits we offer:

• Paid Time Off (“PTO”) & Paid holidays 
• Profit Sharing potential 
• Uniforms and laundry service 
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) 
• Culture that consistently promotes and practices safety in all aspects of the job 
• Commitment to helping our Team Members do things that they never dreamed possible 

Here is what you will be doing:

• Set an example of high integrity and fair treatment of others
• Demonstrate the highest commitment to “zero occurrences” by effectively leading the safety, health and environmental efforts at the operation
• Effective utilization of the “Safety Specialist” program as a tool for accomplishing the safety goals of the operation and for developing future leadership
• Development of a business plan and execution of the plan including budgeting, projecting and cost management
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships
• Leadership with the ability to solve problems and make decisions both individually and in a team environment
• Direct the maintenance team in the delivery of the Savage Maintenance Program
• Responsibilities are not all-inclusive and may change based on the needs of the company  

Requirements/Qualifications:  

• Lead a team in an industrial setting, effectively balancing customer, company and team member needs  
• Understands and is committed to the growth and development of co-workers  
• Delegate and/or involve others where appropriate  
• Effectively communicate on several different levels (customers, team members and other managers)  
• Provide motivation and encouragement to team members to follow his/her example in the areas of safety, health and the environment  
• Interact and work effectively with vendors, always maintaining a high level of integrity  
• Have a solid understanding of business contracts and execution  
• Possess effective communication skills with customers, team members and business associates, treating all with professionalism and respect  
• Be a hands-on, hardworking self-starter, with mechanical and technical aptitude  
• Lead and maintain customer relationships  
• Assist with the hiring, training, leadership and team building of the operation  

Education/Experience:  

• 5 years of supervisory experience in a trucking/transportation setting (Preferred)  
• 4-year degree a plus but not required  
• Basic understanding of trucking/transportation industry and equipment including the associated components and maintenance thereof  
• Experience with a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)  
• Willing to study and learn new technical skills and techniques  
• Valid Driver's License 

Physical Requirements:  

• Work will be outdoors working alongside field personnel, climbing stairs, ladders and on and off equipment  
• Ability to work onsite at the operation at minimum five days a week - no hybrid work schedule available 
• Lift up to 50lbs independently 

• A complete job description is available upon request
• Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
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