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ontrac

VP of Linehaul & Fleet Operations

New York, NY · On-site +1

$200K - $300K/yr

... management, and governance requirements * Expert knowledge of domestic truckload, LTL, dedicated fleet, intermodal, rail, drayage, and final-mile transportation markets * Proven experience leading ...

ontrac

VP of Linehaul & Fleet Operations

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

$200K - $300K/yr

... management, and governance requirements * Expert knowledge of domestic truckload, LTL, dedicated fleet, intermodal, rail, drayage, and final-mile transportation markets * Proven experience leading ...

ontrac

VP of Linehaul & Fleet Operations

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$200K - $300K/yr

... management, and governance requirements * Expert knowledge of domestic truckload, LTL, dedicated fleet, intermodal, rail, drayage, and final-mile transportation markets * Proven experience leading ...

ontrac

VP of Linehaul & Fleet Operations

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

$200K - $300K/yr

... management, and governance requirements * Expert knowledge of domestic truckload, LTL, dedicated fleet, intermodal, rail, drayage, and final-mile transportation markets * Proven experience leading ...

ontrac

VP of Linehaul & Fleet Operations

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$200K - $300K/yr

... management, and governance requirements * Expert knowledge of domestic truckload, LTL, dedicated fleet, intermodal, rail, drayage, and final-mile transportation markets * Proven experience leading ...

Amsted Rail Company

GWCO-Utility HWL Lead

Groveport, OH · On-site

... manage multiple tasks and prioritize work. Lead must be able to provide direction to others ... Best qualified candidates will have a proven history in the operation of grinding and hub cutting ...

Amsted Rail Company

GWCO-Utility HWL Lead

Groveport, OH · On-site

... manage multiple tasks and prioritize work. Lead must be able to provide direction to others ... Best qualified candidates will have a proven history in the operation of grinding and hub cutting ...

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Operations Manager

Cando Rail & Terminals Ltd.

Columbus, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

The Operations Manager leads a specialized team in planning, organizing, and managing operations, ensuring chemical loading, warehouse activities, and related processes are performed in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner. If you enjoy working outdoors, physical activity, problem solving, and working at a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!
Cando Rail & Terminals is North America's leading provider of specialized rail operating services and terminal infrastructure that allow industrial shippers to optimize their supply chains and connect to Class I railways by leveraging Cando's operating capabilities and network of owned multi-purpose rail terminals. The company provides a wide range of rail services including industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, short line operations, railcar staging, train assembly, and related services.
Cando Advantages
  • Work Life Balance
  • Cando's Technical and Leadership Training Programs
  • Award Winning Safety Culture
  • Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances
  • Health & Dental Benefits include voluntary options.
  • Expanding in the US and we welcome you to come grow with us!

Job Description
The Operations Manager will provide leadership and guidance to a specialized team in planning, organizing, and managing operations, ensuring chemical loading, warehouse activities, and related processes are performed in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner.
Roles & Responsibilities
  • Participate in budget preparation, management of profit and loss, and daily communication with customers and railroads on scheduling and other issues to ensure smooth and safe operation.
  • Provide "Worry-free Consistency" service to the customers on every shift every day.
  • Learn, implement, teach, and execute the S7 Operating System and 5S standards.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with customer contacts.
  • Ability to understand the customer contract and rate structure.
  • Ability to delegate and utilize time management well.
  • Ability to develop and execute a business plan. (including budgeting, projecting, variance analysis, and cost management)
  • Ability to promote a safety culture where each Team Member has the value and attitude that unsafe behaviors and conditions will not happen on their shift.
  • Committed to teaching and promoting personal responsibility for identifying and performing safe behaviors, conditions, and environmental responsibility.
  • A positive leader with the ability to be proactive in problem solving, making decisions, organizing, and directing people, and utilizing coaching techniques for improving behaviors.
  • Innovative solutions driven to keep Team Member turnover low.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors.
  • Work with administrative systems to support operation to meet deadlines.
  • Set an example of professionalism and customer service.
  • Hands-on leadership with operational and technical skills to ensure that "best practices" are being utilized.
  • Create an environment where people are committed to professionalism and cleanliness.
  • Create an environment for team building with emphasis on individual development and growth.

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities
  • Knowledge of loading chemicals.
  • Trucking background A+.
  • Transload experience A+.
  • Hands on, hard-working, self-starter.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Ability to hire right, train right, and treat right all team members.
  • Must have leadership skills to ensure team members always follow procedures even when there is no one.
  • is watching.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to work with and perform basic computer operations (spreadsheet, word processor, and
  • email operations), and general office organization.
  • Good written and oral skills with an ability to communicate with co-workers, customers, and others.
  • company personnel.
  • Ability to lead employees, support conflict resolution, and implement safety initiatives.
  • Knowledge of local, state, and federal requirements.
  • Desire and willingness to learn.

Education & Experience
  • College degree preferred.
  • 3+ years management preferred.
  • 5+ years of chemical loading experience preferred.
  • Must be able to work outdoors in various climates.
  • Ability to work varying shifts dependent on operation and/or customer needs.
  • Ability to meet physical requirements for the position.
  • Ability to meet requirements of pre-employment screening including but not limited to background and criminal history check, drug & alcohol testing, MVR, physical/FCE, etc.

Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand the level of expertise required in this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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