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Savage Operations Manager in Melvindale, Michigan
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Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible.
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The Operations Manager will be responsible for managing all duties and tasks ( safety , maintenance, logistics, finances, etc.) necessary to lead site operations’ personnel and work activities associated with safely operating tractor-trailers to handle the loading, unloading and delivery procedures necessary to transport petroleum coke from local refinery to area customers. This operation is located in Melvindale, MI. (Detroit area).
These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage
Opportunities for Growth
Annual bonus
Paid Holidays
Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, profit sharing, and 401(k) with match
We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
Here is what you will be doing
Maintain customer service relationships
Develop and implement business plans and budgets, including annual budget.
Forecast maintenance expenditures on assets and equipment
Hire and train new and current staff
Oversee dispatch
Understand financial aspect of the Savage System (Budget, Projections, Dailies, & Variances)
Understand and implements the Savage Safety Program
“Hands-on”, hard-working, self-starting Manager, having working knowledge of the transportation industry
Able to interact with all levels of management, co-workers, customers and other company personnel
Provide leadership to each employee by teaching and training them in the following areas:
Communication (good interpersonal skills)
Team Building and Employee Training
Creative solutions driven to keep employee turnover low
A positive leader with the ability to be proactive in problem solving, making decisions, organizing and directing people, and utilizing coaching techniques for improving behaviors
Aptitude and proficiency with computer operations
Organized and handle several projects at a time
Safety and Environmental Compliance
Compliance with Operational Processes and Procedures
Maintenance Planning and Completion
Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors
Requirements of a successful Operations Manager
Minimum of 2 years of college education preferred
6 – 8 years’ DOT experience including: Truck driving/truck maintenance/tanker trailer experience
Refinery or other related industry experience
Experience with leading a diverse group of people
Qualified candidates must be able to pass an extensive background check, MVR, Pre-Employment Drug Screen and Physical
Class A CDL is a plus
Here are some of the physical requirements for this role
This position requires working outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions
Must be able to climb steps and ladders
Should have the ability to use basic hand tools
Can carry at least fifty (50) pounds
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Additional Information:
A complete job description is available upon request
Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
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Eligible full-time team members may participate in the company benefit package, which currently includes medical, dental, and vision plans; company-paid life, AD&D and disability insurance; supplemental life and disability options; health savings and flex spending accounts; profit sharing; PTO and a 401(k) plan with match.
Part-time team members are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with match, profit sharing, PTO, and may be eligible to participate in the medical plan depending on hours worked.
Our benefit packages may change from time to time.
Job Details
Job Family L3
Pay Type Salary