TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS MANAGER - Gpac

TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS MANAGER

Our client company is a well-established family-owned agricultural company in the trucking transportation industry that has a great reputation for treating its employees fairly and offering a great work-life balance. This is an amazing opportunity for those looking to excel in their career and be a part of a company that values its employees. If you are a dedicated and experienced Operations Manager, this position may be perfect for you!

Duties

• Live Haul/Poultry experience preferred
• Ensuring the accuracy of all payrolls turned in bi-weekly by subordinate management.
• Managing the maintenance schedules of all equipment overseen.
• Cross-training with other company Operations Managers.
• Assist the accounting department in scanning documents and preparing invoices to be billed.
• Have a hands-on approach in working with customers and employees to have the most success in day-to-day operations.
• Work with HR and upper management on implementing employee rewards, incentives, and compensation programs.
• Constantly look for areas of improvement and ways to increase efficiency, cut costs, and ultimately satisfy customer needs.
• Develop and manage a plan for times of absence.
• Work closely with HR to ensure the company and its employees remain in compliance with all state and federal laws.
• Build a constructive relationship with employees and supervision with customers and plant managers.
• Work closely with HR to conduct internal investigations and execute progressive disciplinary action and terminations as necessary.
• Other duties to be assigned as necessary.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business, logistics or related discipline is preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years of transportation or agricultural management.
• Class A CDL or willingness to obtain one is preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Knowledge of current HOS regulations including Ag Exemption laws.
• A willingness to take calls after hours as needed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other related computer applications.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish as a second language is preferred.
• Excellent communications, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and can effectively deliver clear presentations.
• Skill in analyzing issues from business, technical, customer, and organizational perspectives.
• Ability to forge strong relationships, to establish rapport, and to relate to others with diverse backgrounds in a manner fostering respect and dignity.
• Ability to efficiently self-manage your time.
• Ability to work in the field on a regular basis.

If you are interested in this exciting Operations Manager position, please e-mail your resume to linda.powell@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.