Hub Operations Supervisor

Hub Operations Supervisor

The Hub Operations Supervisor is responsible for all operational and logistical activities at the AIT Middle Mile Network HUB locations during their assigned shift. Responsibilities include establishing and following safety protocols in accordance with AIT Worldwide Logistics' and OSHA policies and procedures. Responsible for providing leadership to all members of the Hub operations team to include Hub Operations Agents, Warehouse Leads and Forklift Operators. While conducting supervisor duties, the Hub Operations Supervisor is to act the SME for all Middle Mile Network activities to include routing freight, re-routing freight to make service, to add additional lanes as necessary to ensure service of the freight. Working hand in hand with the AIT Middle Mile Network Corp team, the Hub Operations Supervisor will create a plan and coordinate the activities to execute service. The Hub Operations Supervisor acts in accordance with AIT Worldwide Logistics' Core Values, providing expertise in people management, workflow management, cost control activities and process improvement.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage and provide leadership to all members of the AIT Middle Mile Network Hub operation as assigned
• Ensures activities on dock are being executed as planned while simultaneously supporting Hub Operations Agents, Warehouse Leads and Forklift Operators with their duties. Move materials throughout the warehouse using a forklift
• Provides input for scheduling updates regarding staffing and booking of additional linehauls to service freight
• Assist in identifying and improving service and operations related issues in the Hub station, including on-time delivery, accurate data entry and efficient warehouse operations
• Track shipment performance and develop strategic processes and proactively improve efficiencies and reduce dwell time in the assigned location
• Manage all staff directly through team coaching on performance, job assignments and training
• Manage staff scheduling to maximize productivity and minimize expenses. Ensures workforce is active and productive, making all decisions regarding overtime, reduction in hours during the assigned shift
• Ability to understand, process and execute activities from data provided by management and other sources and provide workable actions from the processed data/information
• Leads pre-shift meetings daily while on duty to ensure alignment
• Collects information regarding activity prior to shift, during shift and proactively align and present the information to the Hub Manager.
• Ensure safe working environment through consistent practice of safety programs and procedures
• Provide full operational services when required direct to customer
• Demonstrate leadership through work ethic and high performance
• Arrange product pickups and deliveries with transportation companies and route drivers accordingly
• Monitor staff overtime and schedules
• Develop and roll out corrective action plans when targets are not met
• Develop and execute the station's operations strategy of AIT
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications include:

• Education: High School Diploma (Required), Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)
• Experience: 5+ years experience in operational Logistics or Supply Chain Management (Preferred), 5+ years experience in Warehouse Management (Required), 5+ years Supervisory or Managerial Experience (Required)
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to communicate with all levels (both written and verbal) according to the appropriate audience. Ability to work collaboratively within a team. Must have excellent organizational skills, be detail oriented. Ability to control stressful situations in a calm professional manner. Strong interpersonal, communication, and team building skills. Excellent leadership and decision-making skills. Ability to work in a fast pace and high-volume environment. Ability to supervise and delegate tasks. Ability to demonstrate leadership through work ethic and high performance.
• Licenses and Certifications: Forklift Certification - Manufacturing/Forklift Certification (Required)

What AIT Can Offer You:

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

About AIT Worldwide:

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT's flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and railon time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT's full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.