Operations Supervisor - Wallenius Wilhelmsen

Keen Transportation a Wallenius Wilhelmsen company

See yourself at Wallenius Wilhelmsen. We collaborate, we care, we challenge every day to keep the world in motion and transform logistics into a zero-emissions, carbon-free industry. Join us and make it happen!

As an Operations Supervisor, a key member of the Wallenius Wilhelmsen operations team, you will support the Management Team in our fast paced Container Processing Center (CPC) in Fife WA.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Supervise daily operations at Wallenius Wilhelmsen’s Container Processing Center, CPC.
• Lead continuous process improvements to achieve a safe and cost -efficient work environment that meets performance targets.
• Responsible for promoting and helping develop a culture of a safe work environment for all employees and visitors through compliance with the WWS Health & Safety.
• Within your area of responsibility, investigate any accidents, incidents and/or near misses, to ensure actions are be taken to prevent future incidents. Lessons learned are documented and shared and all reporting is completed timely and accurately.
• Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to develop strategic plans and procedures to increase the efficiency of current practices.
• Coordinate with leads to ensure organization and completion of daily work for the crew.
• Foster an environment of positive employee relations and employee involvement.
• Perform corrective actions if needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 3 or more years supervisory experience in manufacturing or logistics
• Solid understanding of revenue drivers and efficiency standards to deliver positive financial results.
• Experience leading continuous process improvements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel software applications.

EVEN BETTER IF YOU HAVE

• 1-2 years’ experience in a manufacturing or warehousing environment.
• A passion to develop, motivate, and coach employees for their professional development, and future growth of the company.
• Inspiring change through communication at all impacted levels

ABOUT YOU

You’re a collaborative leader with a background in operations.

ABOUT US  

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is an iconic shipping and logistics company with premium end-to-end supply chain management.  Our vision is to empower people and markets through a sustainable flow of goods and services.  

We transport and handle cars, tractors, trains, windmills, or even whole factories for some of the most well-known companies in the world. Our eyes will always be on supreme quality in everything we do, while moving towards zero-emission logistics. We are powered by nearly 8200 people, working on vessels and at ports, at vehicle and equipment processing centers, and offices in nearly 45 countries. When added up, the effort of our global workforce keeps the world moving. 

At Wallenius Wilhelmsen and across our businesses, salaries are determined by position, level, location, and similar factors. The pay or salary range listed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum projected rate of pay for the specific position across our United States locations. Equally as important, as a team member, individual earnings may consider knowledge, skills, abilities, work location and related factors. The current salary range for this position is $50,000-59,000.  Wallenius Wilhelmsen team members are also eligible for annual merit-based salary adjustments, and participation in competitive benefit programs. Some roles in the company may offer an additional annual bonus. Additional details on salary or pay ranges and benefits will be available through the interview and employment process. Salary or pay ranges are separate from bonus opportunities and/or benefit plans. At Wallenius Wilhelmsen benefits and perks listed here may vary depending on the nature of employment with Wallenius Wilhelmsen and the country work location. This role will have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic and supplemental life insurance, and wellbeing benefits, among others. Full-Time U.S. based employees also receive scheduled paid holidays, floating holidays determined each year, as well as paid vacation and sick time.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION 

We are a global group of people from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where all contributors feel they can bring their best selves every day, learn from each other, and be appreciated. We recognize that Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is central to our business outcomesbecause it touches every part of ouroperations and strategy. Our journey towards sustainable and integrated logistics compels us to attract people with diverse experiences, skills, and abilities.