Operations Management Trainee

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

International Bridge Hawaii is seeking an Operations Management Trainee to participate in its Manager Bench Development Program supporting Hawaii operations. This full-time developmental position prepares a high-potential employee for future operational leadership opportunities through hands-on experience in warehouse, transportation, delivery, employee onboarding, and pickup and delivery operations.

The trainee will rotate through key operational functions, cross-train at International Bridge facilities throughout Hawaii and the U.S. mainland, and take on progressively more complex leadership assignments.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of $65,000-$80,000, depending on experience.
• Structured leadership development through hands-on operational rotations and progressively responsible assignments.
• Regular coaching and development reviews with senior operations leadership.
• 18 days of PTO/year.
• 401k with 4% match.
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Potential consideration for future operational leadership opportunities based on readiness, performance, position availability, and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Complete hands-on rotations in receiving, unloading, induction, scanning, labeling, data validation, sorting, staging, loading, dispatch preparation, package accountability, exception resolution, route preparation, driver coordination, damaged-package processing, quality control, and facility closeout.
• Travel among International Bridge facilities in Hawaii and, when assigned, other U.S. locations to learn workflows
• Document observations and lessons from facility assignments.
• Support the growth of pickup and delivery operations by identifying prospective partners, developing professional relationships, serving as a point of contact, resolving partner concerns, leading onboarding and setup, and providing weekly progress reports.
• After demonstrating readiness, lead defined work areas or portions of a shift by assigning and monitoring work.
• Participate in safety observations, facility inspections, incident reviews, corrective-action discussions, improvement projects, and other assigned operational initiatives.
• Complete all assigned training, projects, facility summaries, and individual development plan requirements while demonstrating accountability, sound judgment, adaptability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Warehouse, transportation, delivery, logistics, or related operational experience preferred.
• Prior experience as a trainer, Lead, Supervisor, or informal team leader preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated interest in operations leadership and professional development.
• Ability to learn multiple operational functions, processes, performance measures, and systems.
• Strong attendance, dependability, safety awareness, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, accept coaching, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound judgment.
• Willingness and ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, or varying shifts based on operational and training needs.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly between islands and, as assigned, to other Company locations.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to successfully complete required pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug screen.

Physical Requirements

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of assigned warehouse and operational work. Duties may require standing and walking for extended periods; bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling; lifting and moving packages within established limits; working in warehouse and outdoor loading environments; working around equipment, delivery vehicles, and loading areas; and traveling by air or vehicle between Company facilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

International Bridge Hawaii is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. International Bridge provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, and observances, as required by applicable law.

This job description summarizes the general nature and level of work expected and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or working conditions. Duties and assignments may be modified or added based on operational and business needs.