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As the Operations Supervisor, you are responsible for supervising the operation of delivery of dedicated freight to meet contractual requirements in a 24-hour, Monday through Saturday service including daily dock operations, reverse dock operations, and on-site customer dock operations, drivers, fleet & fleet maintenance, and dispatch. 

How You’ll Help: 

• Provide daily guidance and motivation to Dock Workers (employees and agency workers) and Drivers (company and broker drivers) to ensure achievement of operational objectives for the terminal.  
• Escalates issues of individual poor performance, inappropriate behaviour, absenteeism, etc. to the Terminal Manager.  
• Communicate monthly performance stats to the team to help measure, develop and improve operational performance. 
• Maintain policies and procedures and ensure compliance with federal and provincial transportation, safety, and employment legislation. 
• Ensure all incidents (personal injuries, transportation collisions, spills, near misses, etc.) are promptly reported, documented, an investigation is initiated and corrective/preventative measures are implemented. 
• Hold effective, weekly tailgate meetings and ensure safety issues are addressed. 
• Works with the team and others, internal and external to the terminal, to resolve roadblocks to achievement of daily operational objectives. 
• Ensure the schedule for the terminal is followed.   
• Work with the Terminal Manager to track monthly performance stats for the dock. 
• Supervises a group of Drivers and Dock Workers, both employee and contractor/agency, directly and indirectly through Lead Hands. 
• Other duties as required 

Your Skills and Experience: 

• Post-secondary education, preferably in operations, logistics, or business 
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered 
• Minimum of five years’ experience in the transportation industry 
• Previous leadership experience and/or experience in the transportation industry are strong assets 
• Strong leadership skills specifically the ability to motivate and drive engagement to achieve objectives, facilitate conflict resolution, and to provide training 
• Advanced communication skills, particularly verbal 
• Computer skills, including the use of MS Word, Excel & Outlook, and web based programs as well as RF scanners.  Experience using Truckmate, a strong asset 
• Strong interpersonal skills including customer focus 
• Results driven 
• Appropriate sense of urgency 
• Strong sense of safety; training and experience in similar safety sense environments a strong asset 
• Knowledge of industry-related equipment, including forklifts, lift jacks, trailers, etc. a strong asset 
• English, other languages an asset. 

As the Operations Supervisor, you are responsible for supervising the operation of delivery of dedicated freight to meet contractual requirements in a 24-hour, Monday through Saturday service including daily dock operations, reverse dock operations, and on-site customer dock operations, drivers, fleet & fleet maintenance, and dispatch. 

How You’ll Help: 

• Provide daily guidance and motivation to Dock Workers (employees and agency workers) and Drivers (company and broker drivers) to ensure achievement of operational objectives for the terminal.  
• Escalates issues of individual poor performance, inappropriate behaviour, absenteeism, etc. to the Terminal Manager.  
• Communicate monthly performance stats to the team to help measure, develop and improve operational performance. 
• Maintain policies and procedures and ensure compliance with federal and provincial transportation, safety, and employment legislation. 
• Ensure all incidents (personal injuries, transportation collisions, spills, near misses, etc.) are promptly reported, documented, an investigation is initiated and corrective/preventative measures are implemented. 
• Hold effective, weekly tailgate meetings and ensure safety issues are addressed. 
• Works with the team and others, internal and external to the terminal, to resolve roadblocks to achievement of daily operational objectives. 
• Ensure the schedule for the terminal is followed.   
• Work with the Terminal Manager to track monthly performance stats for the dock. 
• Supervises a group of Drivers and Dock Workers, both employee and contractor/agency, directly and indirectly through Lead Hands. 
• Other duties as required 

Your Skills and Experience: 

• Post-secondary education, preferably in operations, logistics, or business 
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered 
• Minimum of five years’ experience in the transportation industry 
• Previous leadership experience and/or experience in the transportation industry are strong assets 
• Strong leadership skills specifically the ability to motivate and drive engagement to achieve objectives, facilitate conflict resolution, and to provide training 
• Advanced communication skills, particularly verbal 
• Computer skills, including the use of MS Word, Excel & Outlook, and web based programs as well as RF scanners.  Experience using Truckmate, a strong asset 
• Strong interpersonal skills including customer focus 
• Results driven 
• Appropriate sense of urgency 
• Strong sense of safety; training and experience in similar safety sense environments a strong asset 
• Knowledge of industry-related equipment, including forklifts, lift jacks, trailers, etc. a strong asset 
• English, other languages an asset. 

To apply, visit our Careers page at dayross.com.

If you’re chosen for the role, you’ll be asked to provide reference and criminal background checks before employment. You’ll only be contacted if you’re selected for an interview.

Overview

In a leadership role at Finning, a leader in our industry, you have the opportunity to make a difference. With ample opportunity to learn, grow and gain exposure to cutting edge technology in the industry, the Customer Service Manager role offers a world of opportunities for the successful individual.

Responsible for both the daily field & shop repair execution, and customer interaction of the branch and the delivery of branch goals and objectives; in addition to adhering to Finning’s Customer Service Commitment and Service Excellence Operational process. This includes providing clear and effective leadership, demonstrating a healthy and safe work environment for all branch employees, and facilitating targeted levels of customer satisfaction.

For this position, the expected salary range is between $130,000 - $140,000 annually. This range reflects our commitment to providing competitive compensation that aligns with industry standards and your qualifications.

The Customer Service Manager will support Victoria, Nanaimo and Campbell River.

Please note that the actual salary offer will be based on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, and fit for the role. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment, and this salary range is designed to support that commitment.

Job Description:

• Lead, demonstrate and champion a healthy and safe work environment and culture for all branch employees, contractors and customers.
• Ensure that all safety practices and policies and compliance requirements are followed, employees hold and maintain the appropriate safety training required for their position, monthly spot audits are conducted and that at a minimum, safety TRIF and LTI targets are met, while always striving for zero
• Demonstrate clear and effective leadership to branch employees through role and responsibility guidance, performance management, coaching and mentoring and supporting growth, development and training opportunities.
• Provide quality, timely feedback to individuals through formal and informal conversations to support the performance management process
• Share Employee Opinion Survey (EOS) results, solicit feedback, develop and post an action plan on the Action Planning website. 
• Manage day-to-day branch operations, assets, finances including planning, managing and reporting of branch financial results, assets and facilities requirements
• Responsible for reviewing the monthly metrics related to People, Quality, Velocity and Cost with branch employees
• Manage the successful execution of Finning’s Service Excellence Operational process and customer service commitment within the branch
• Owns successful execution on the customer contract (if applicable)
• Direct timely resolutions to customer issues and goodwill settlements
• Responsible for investigating service eforms related to variances, service warranty and service re-do
• Create annual budget, forecasting and review applicable contract management emails if required
• Actively purse monies from CAT recoveries
• Responsible for maximizing recovery of components from CAT and OEM
• Thorough understanding of labor relations and grievance resolution process
• Strong understanding of parts and service processes and systems, Finning’s work order cycle, sales processes, warranty offerings and goodwill practices
• Understanding and adheres to Finning policies and procedures
• Comprehensive understanding of the operational processes, issues, challenges, best practices, people and customers within the industry
• Business acumen and financial planning, budgeting and forecasting knowledge
• Finning’s products, services and industry segments, Customer Service Commitment, Service Excellence Operational Excellence
• Performance Management and Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) processes and the principles of high performance leadership

Experience:

• 8-10 years of previous supervisory or leadership experience
• Marine and Power Systems Experience
• Previous experience on the repair and execution side of business
• Strong mechanical aptitude to expand technical expertise knowledge base and gain experience
• Proven leadership, coaching, mentoring, people and team development skills
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills
• Proven Financial business acumen
• Proven relationship management skills with a strong customer focus
• Travel will be required in this role

As an Operations Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all terminal based Pickups and Deliveries, equipment management and team development. Developing an engaged and motivated team is critical to the success of this role. A motivated, administrative professional with an emphasis on being customer, solution and process improvement focused will be key elements to your success. Building a solid relationship with the brokers with an understanding of the working contracts will be important to having a high success rate with the customers and general satisfaction of the brokers.

You will be a key manager in the terminal and have an important role in the overall success of the operations and will need to work with the other managers as a unified team to accomplish a high satisfaction rate with the customers while maintaining cost. Safety with both brokers and your team will be part of your everyday discussions and you will help maintain the culture of safety first.   

How You’ll Help: 

• Lead and manage a fast paced and high volume LTL dock operation though a team of supervisors, lead hands, and front line employees.
• Coach and develop team members using a positive attitude, collaboration, clear communication, and direction. 
• Make informed decisions based on safety, service, and productivity standards, with an understanding of company processes, policies and procedures.
• Initiate and lead process and customer experience improvements, while meeting deadlines and controlling costs.
• Understanding and use of key metrics used to manage terminal performance, including load factor, on-time delivery, LMS, and freight flow.
• Recognize problems and work with others towards a practical and speedy resolution.
• Backfill the Operations Supervisors at the facilities for vacation, personal emergencies etc.
• Responsible for vendor management for the facilities (repairs, snow removal, janitorial) as well as driver interaction such as broker pay resolution, contract renewals etc.
• Other related duties as may be required. 

Your Skills and Experience: 

• Minimum of secondary education, with preference of post-secondary education (general stream), or a combination of education and experience.
• Previous Transportation or operational experience is preferred, various roles within transportation would be beneficial 
• Experience in dealing with brokers or Owner / Operators
• Demonstrated experience in managing and motivating people
• Experience and knowledge of LTL Pick up dispatching and deliveries 
  • Communication skills - advanced
  • Computer skills – accuracy, MS products, AS400, web based programs
  • Demonstrated customer relationship skills
  • Strong conflict resolution skills
  • Able to work deadlines in high transactional environment
  • Ability to champion business needs in a collaborative manner to colleagues
  • Results focused
  • Strong sense of urgency and ownership of deliverables 
  • Understanding contracts and budgets
  • Must have a current forklift certification as well as all other safety training

To apply, visit our Careers page at dayross.com.

If you’re chosen for the role, you’ll be asked to provide reference and criminal background checks before employment. You’ll only be contacted if you’re selected for an interview.