Operations Manager

AWCT is hiring a full time Operations Manager for our Wentzville VDC NS location. AWCT offers weekly pay with an amazing salary plus wonderful benefits, bonus eligible and a family atmosphere. Apply today for fast consideration!

Summary

This position is responsible for maintaining a positive working relationship with AWCT customers, organizing and scheduling staff, and directing the day-to-day operations of all rail, functions. This position ensures loading of vehicles onto rail cars, and the receipt/ movement/storage of vehicles through efficient productivity of the work crews. This position coordinates activities of associates under the direction of the Terminal Manager to ensure a well-coordinated, efficient, productive rail operation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the daily scheduling of personnel to complete receipt/movement/ storage, rail loading and pre-delivery inspections in a productive cost-efficient manner.
• Direct the day-to-day activities of the operation
  • Oversee vehicle receipt/movement/storage
  • Oversee pre-delivery inspections
  • Oversee rail loading operations
• Assign personnel to job locations.
• Ensure personnel have the support, tools, and supplies needed for production. This includes purchasing and inventory of consumable materials.
• Conduct audits and make suggestions for corrective action as needed.
• Document performance issues and coordinate all correction action with the Terminal Manager and Regional HR Manager.
• Observe and assist where needed.
• Make appropriate changes in activities if needed.
• Ensure all AAR, Customer and AWCT policies and procedures are followed.
• Communicate daily with leads, staff, and office personnel to determine staffing, supply and operational needs, and ensure these needs are met and there are no service failures to the customer.
• Ensure new personnel receive the appropriate training.
• Report accidents and injuries on appropriate forms and communicate the procedure to all appropriate customers/vendors and AWCT personnel.
• Conduct accident investigations.
• Responsible for safety programs to provide a safe, clean workplace for all personnel and within the regulations of local, state, federal, and regulatory standards.
• Conduct time studies and man-minute reports and evaluates associates according to standards.
• Assist in the facility budget process.
• Interface with the customer to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Conduct labor/materials cost analysis and coordinate rates with the Terminal Manager.
• React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
• Assist in equipment, facility, and company vehicle maintenance
• May assist with property maintenance issues.
• May perform other duties as assigned by the operations leadership team.
• May stand in as a backup to the Terminal Manager.
• May be responsible for managing subordinate supervisors and their teams.

Minimum Requirements

• ​Ability to communicate with and deal effectively with customers, associates, and the public
• Ability to function effectively under pressure
• Knowledge and general ability to apply an understanding of invoicing/billing process, including an ability to perform routine business mathematics and understand accounts payable/receivable
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people
• Ability to produce accurate reports and information
• Ability to read and understand SDS
• Ability to pass driver's safety test at 80% or better
• Thorough knowledge and demonstrated skills with MS Office, including intermediate Excel and Access skills; internal and customer computer applications knowledge a plus, such as AS400/VIPS
• Thorough knowledge of operations and office practices, procedures, and equipment
• Thorough knowledge of AAR auditing requirements, standards and processes with the ability to coach and train associates on the same
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Skilled in the proper use of English, including proper spelling and punctuation
• Ability to perform a variety of functions requiring considerable exercise of independent judgment
• Possess good planning, analysis, and organizing skills
• High School Diploma or equivalent with minimum 3 years' supervisor experience in a logistics environment
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors, often in extreme weather conditions
• Ability to assist crews in completing rail loading/unloading functions as needed to meet customer needs, complete audits, etc.
• Ability to work at heights and maintain 3 points of contact for safety while working on rail.
• Drive vehicles with either an automatic or manual transmission
• Valid driver's license; good driving record with the ability to maintain the same

Preferred Qualifications

• ​Two years rail prep, loading or unloading and/or rail supervisory experience.
• Internal and customer computer applications a plus; such as AS400/VIPS
• Some college preferred

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AWCT is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class with respect to employment opportunities.