Terminal operations supervisor job description

The Role and the Company

Lehigh Hanson is North America's leading supplier of cement, aggregates, ready mix concrete, and asphalt. We have hundreds of plants and thousands of employees working across the United States and Canada. We are also part of Heidelberg Cement Group, one of the world's largest building materials companies.

The Terminal Supervisor role is based in Plainfield, IL and reports directly to the Senior Area Terminal Manager.

Here's what you'll get to do:

• Supervise the day-to-day operations of our Plainfield, Illinois Cement terminal
• Schedule and supervise the work as required to meet distribution requirements
• Communicate with Sales and Logistics personnel to promote open channels of communication
• Ensure proper inventory levels are maintained
• Oversee the maintenance work performed by employees and outside contractors
• Perform maintenance activities, some of which are on top of our 100 feet tall silos
• Supervise and perform daily operational tasks
• Promote safe work habits and a safe work environment along with holding weekly safety meetings and job pre-work analysis
• Follow and enforce all company policies and safety procedures
• Plan and implement cost improvement strategies on an ongoing basis
• Ensure compliance with environmental standards and government regulations
• Maintain time, work orders, material, equipment, and other records along with a critical spare parts list
• Submit reports
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment problems to minimize downtime and ensure proper operation
• Receive and unload incoming materials (truck & rail)
• Load customer trucks via a computerized loading system
• Plan and execute capital improvements
• Maintain vendor relationships

Essential Experience and Skills

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in cement distribution or related distribution industry preferred.
• Strong communication skills to interact with customers, contractors, and intracompany personnel
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Good technical knowledge of computer hardware and software
• Computer proficiencies in Microsoft Office, SAP, and Cement Distribution Management
• Basic office skills are a must
• Good mechanical and electrical aptitude and ability
• Ability to operate/troubleshoot a computerized control system - PLC a plus
• Strong organizational skills
• Demonstrate commitment and ability to work in a team environment

What we have to offer

• Competitive base salary
• Highly competitive benefits programs
• 401k retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions

IND123

A family-owned business since 1924, A. Duie Pyle provides a range of integrated transportation and distribution solutions throughout the Northeast. Supported by 27 Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) service centers and 16 warehouse facilities, comprising over 3.5 million square feet of space and 50 dedicated locations, we have the ability to offer flexible and seamless integrated solutions tailored to our customer's needs.

Simply put, when it comes to integrated supply chain solutions, Pyle People Deliver. Our promise is to provide outstanding service as it remains to be our first and foremost mission.

The Terminal Operations Supervisor is responsible for managing the terminal employees and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to ensure customer deliveries are timely and efficient. Additionally, as a member of the terminal leadership team, you will be tasked with teaching and further developing policies and procedures within the framework of the "Pyle Culture."
Your main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

+ Developing the workforce by setting clear expectations, training, coaching and providing feedback

+ Performing employee reviews; documenting corrective action as needed

+ Participating in the interview and hire processes; providing constructive feedback on hiring decisions

+ Building pickup and delivery routes in the Pyle ERP system by assigning delivery stops within geographic area that ensures operational efficiency and customer delivery expectations are met

+ Ensuring all established unloading and loading processes are followed. Providing feedback and training to employees as necessary to ensure the safety of all employees

+ Reviewing load plan(s) and HAZMAT loading to ensure driver safety and DOT requirements

+ Ensuring all shipments are manifested and stowed properly to ensure damage-free transit

+ Generating and maintaining daily, monthly, and quarterly reports that support dock operations

+ Being accountable for Pyle Priority Shipments within the operation

To be successful in this role you will need to have the following:

+ Terminal, transportation, and/or warehouse related experience; dispatch and or routing experience preferred

+ Prior experience in a supervisory or management position preferred but not required

+ Bachelor's degree preferred; High School Diploma, GED equivalent

+ Excellent verbal and written communications and organizational skills

+ Ability to display a sense of urgency; able to excel under pressure while operating with a high attention to detail

+ Willingness to work first, second or third shifts as requested

Your Benefits will include:

+ Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

+ 8 paid annual holidays - in addition to vacation and personal time off

+ 401(k) with company match

+ Paid Weekly via Direct Deposit

+ Paid Vacation and Personal Time

+ Annual, continual training

A Duie Pyle is the Northeast's premier integrated supply chain solutions provider ideally equipped in servicing the congested Northeast metropolitan region. Family-owned since 1924, A. Duie Pyle provides engineered logistics solutions and consultative services utilizing our vast network of LTL Service Centers, strategically located warehouses, Dedicated fleet operations and specialized Truckload services through Pyle Logistics.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Keywords: Terminal, Operations, Ops, Dispatch, Leadership, Manage, monitor, dock operations, route, routing, inbound, outbound, Term Ops, Supervise

Functional Area: Management Position Type: Full Time
Experience Required: 3 - 5 Years Relocation Provided: No

Education Required: High School Diploma

RC/Department: 6743 -M.RIVER AL EQUIP MAINT :BTMAR

Position Description

The Operations Supervisor provides direct supervision to assigned employees and performs as a site supervisor on nights and weekends. Coordinates daily tasks with Terminal Leadership and Nucor. Supports Terminal Manager in establishing and meeting goals and objectives for the terminal.

+ Reviews and enforces policies and procedures, institutes and evaluates employee training

+ Monitors and provides feedback about employee performance, attendance, punctuality and general compliance with requirements

+ Assists in providing adequate and competent staffing of the facility

+ Reviews all reports to ensure proper equipment maintenance and work efficiency

+ Participates in investigating incidents, accidents, "near-misses," etc.

+ Coordinates with crews on the receiving, unloading, and loading of barges

+ Assist in coordinating the switching of all railcars

+ Ensures that employees maintain a clean and safe work environment

+ Coordinates barge and railcar schedules with customers

+ Review and distribute barge nominations and schedule specific inventories for loading/unloading

+ Review, edit, update and finalize all barge paperwork upon completion

+ Organizes and executes site procurement

+ Works with production crew as necessary to relieve employees or increase production

+ Organizes and maintains technical data relating to facility operations and maintenance

+ Other duties as assigned

Position job title and level will be assigned depending on the qualifications, skill sets and experience of the successful candidate.

Position Requirements

Education:

+ High School Diploma or GED

Experience / Specific Knowledge:

+ Should have basic knowledge of heavy equipment and conveyor systems operations

+ Basic knowledge of rail unloading required

+ Should have basic mechanical knowledge and skills and knowledge of 3 phase electrical control, distribution and motors

+ Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of bulk material storage and transportation. This includes rail and water movements of bulk material products

Certification, licenses, and registrations :

+ Must pass and complete safety training/certification as required by customers to work in their facilities, and as required by Kinder Morgan

Competencies, skills, and abilities:

+ Must be able to work with a team, take direction, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, follow work rules and work cooperatively with other people

+ Must have the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously

Work demands:

+ Regular work attendance is required

+ Must be willing to work overtime hours during the week and/or weekends as dictated by operations

+ Must be able to work swing shift 4 days on 4 days off 12-hour shift Rotating Days and Nights

Supervisory responsibility:

+ Must be able to demonstrate the ability to supervise others, lead by example, and manage projects

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.