Transportation Operations Manager Jobs in Covington, LA

The Production Operations Manager/Superintendent - Night Shift is responsible for managing product production. Prior experience in process technology, manufacturing, and/or consumer packaging goods preferred. Key focus areas include working safely, team leadership, product quality, process technology, cost control, and reporting. Works in collaboration with COO and VP of Operations while ensuring compliance with policies, strategies and processes.

• Entry-level earning potential approximately $90,000 - $105,000 annually

• Hours are 3:00pm - 3:00am every Monday - Thursday, plus some Fridays and rare weekends if needed

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for the entire family

• Paid vacation

• 401(k) plan

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, & RESPONSIBILITIES:

GENERAL:

• Lives and communicates our values and guiding principles.
• Adopts and complies with handbook policies & common practices.
• Complies with and participates in accountability of State and Federal laws, regulations, & safety/quality requirements.
• Collects, monitors, and analyzes data to support reporting and accounting functions.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation and record-keeping.
• Implements continuous improvement/lean tool manufacturing improvement strategies.
• Other projects or tasks, as assigned.

PRODUCTION:

• Oversee the production manufacturing process, including but not limited to quality specifications, machine operation, and data analysis.
• Familiarization with machine and equipment technical specifications of consequence.
• Manages and continually improves processes and procedures for cost reduction, accuracy, and lean manufacturing principles.

TEAM SUPERVISION:

• Manages a team of 15 operators and assistants.
• Ability to direct and lead direct reports with strong skills in organizational leadership and team accountability.
• Works closely with Human Resources regarding staffing, training, employee issues, employee discipline, and terminations.

CROSS-FUNCTIONAL COMMUNICATION:

• Communicates effectively among cross-functional teams in multiple departments, such as safety.
• Works closely with other managers to plan and adjust schedules according to material availability.

AGILITY:

• Requires a sense of urgency in addressing unexpected obstacles and maintaining smooth operations.
• A high level of responsiveness to operational challenges and changes.
• Strong crisis management skills with the ability to act swiftly under pressure.
• Must demonstrate rapid problem-solving and adaptability in a dynamic environment .
• Available to respond as needed to rare, yet time-sensitive crises after hours & on weekends.

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university preferred
• Must be 18+ years old
• 3 or more years of experience in management preferred
• Experience in process technology, manufacturing, and/or consumer packaging goods preferred

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrates a positive attitude, with common sense for strong decision making and deductive reasoning
• Demonstrates leadership as an effective role model for the department—able to effectively work with a variety of people and personalities across the company and globally
• Excellent organizational skills
• Communication proficiency: verbal and writing
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Advanced or approaching-advanced proficiency in Excel

Physical Requirements to Perform this Job:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• The employee is occasionally required to stoop, bend, kneel, reach, crouch, crawl, use force, carry & push/pull. Bodily exertion is typical only when trouble-shooting issues on the factory floor.
• Ability to sit or stand at a computer workstation for extended periods of time.
• Ability to stand and walk for 11+ hours
• Ability to hear and speak.
• The employee must frequently lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regular and prompt attendance on site is required. Must be available to respond on evenings and weekends, especially during peak season.
• Reliable smell as it relates to chemical, fire, environmental, and allergen hazards.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check upon hire and annually.
• Ability to pass drug screens; this position is considered both safety and security sensitive.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to work in a facility that processes high-risk and common allergens, such as peanuts and tree nuts.

Work Environment and Conditions

Works in a manufacturing environment where the plant is in operations 1-2 shifts per day. Climate controlled environment with occasional exposure to high heat & humidity. Proper use of PPE required in some areas.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the job described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all of the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. All job descriptions are subject to change at any time at Company discretion. This job description does not constitute an employment contract between the employer and the employee. If an employee's ability to perform an essential function of the job is affected by disability, the employee has the right to request reasonable accommodation.