Operations Supervisor Full-time Job

This position involves overseeing a time-sensitive delivery operation. This includes managing daily operations, dock workers, drivers, fleet and fleet maintenance, dispatch operations, reverse dock operations, and customer dock operations. Must also ensure that all operations comply with the requirements of the safety department and compliance with standards.

 

How you will help

 

• In collaboration with the dedicated Logistics management team, ensure that as the business grows, operational capabilities meet or exceed all customer and company cost requirements per unit, quality of service and responsiveness.  
• Develop a culture of safety, professionalism and service excellence in all areas of operations. Maintain policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal and provincial transportation requirements and the on-site customer safety program.  
• Work closely with the Director of Operations on operational objectives, and contribute to future innovations. 
• Provide daily guidance to staff, to ensure alignment with operational and customer expectations. 
• Ensure that all incidents (such as personal injuries, road accidents, spills, etc.) are promptly reported, documented, root causes identified and corrective/preventive measures implemented. 
• Be responsible for the time/punctuality reporting function to ensure drivers are scheduled to complete company deliveries on time, including customer service reporting for customer relations . 
• Be responsible for managing driver relationships, including but not limited to driver schedules, equipment usage and driver contracts. 
• Ensure that a preventive maintenance program is in place and that it is effective. 
• Provide mentoring and guidance to subordinates and other employees. Set individual objectives, carry out performance evaluations, recommend salary measures and implement succession planning. Oversee and manage professional development to support the leadership development program. 
• Use superior communication skills to motivate staff and effectively train colleagues, managers and customers. 
• Develop, implement and monitor on a monthly basis an operational “dashboard” for visual understanding of performance and output in relation to the elements of the plan. 
• Ensure that all external stakeholder processes are followed and adhered to (Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Simplified Systems of Operations (SOS) and Job Entry Subsystem (JES)) 
• Other related tasks that may be required 

 

 Your skills and experience: 

 

• Must have at least a high school diploma, with preference for post-secondary studies (general stream), or a combination of education and experience. 
• Previous experience in the field of transportation or operational management is preferred, various functions in the field of transportation would be beneficial  
• Previous experience in dispatching, supervising and managing transport docks 
• Communication skills - advanced 
• Computer skills – precision, MS products, AS400, web based programs, RF scanners. 
• Proven customer relations skills 
• Strong conflict resolution skills 
• Able to meet deadlines in a highly transactional environment, must have a keen eye for emergencies 
• Ability to advocate for business needs collaboratively with colleagues 
• Results oriented 
• Must be a hands-on operator, trainer, tutor/coach, and advisor/mentor 
• Must show initiative, be autonomous  
• Knowledge of equipment is an asset 
• Interest, knowledge and skills in safety training are an asset  
• AZ driver's license is required 
• Bilingual French and English is required, other languages are an asset 
• Able to work with little supervision 

 

To apply, please visit the Careers page of our website at dayross.com.

If you are selected for the position, you should submit to a reference and criminal background check before being hired. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted .

From a single truckload of potatoes in the 1950s to a fleet of thousands, Day & Ross has grown to become one of the largest transportation and logistics providers in North America. With over 7,500 team members on and off the road in the US and Canada, we offer a diversified portfolio of freight and delivery solutions, including LTL, Truckload, Residential, Dedicated Fleet Solutions, and Logistics.
We believe our people are our greatest strength. For over a decade, weve been recognized as one of Canadas Best Managed Companies. Weve also been named a Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation since 2018. Our recognition reflects the family values we share with our parent company, McCain Foods Limited.