Job Information
ABF Freight Supervisor, Operations I - ABF Freight in Kansas City, Missouri
Job Description
The Supervisor, Operations I ensures all Service Center Operations work is performed according to approved Company procedures, standards, and specification. This position supervises all activities of Service Center employees and support personnel engaged in loading and unloading activities.
Responsibilities
Provide training, performance feedback, and disciplinary recommendations, as needed.
Assign job tasks to workers according to unloading and loading schedules.
Support our values driven culture focused on creativity, integrity, collaboration, growth, excellent, and wellness.
Plan, supervise, and control available resources associated with the timely, damage-free, and safe loading/unloading of freight on assigned shifts.
Maintain a positive attitude in a highly intense environment.
Provide a clean, safe working environment for all personnel and visiting customers.
Coordinate work assignments, and monitor performances.
Other duties and projects, as assigned.
Maintain appropriate load plans, and ensure proper load balance for safe vehicle operation.
Work in a team setting to accomplish department goals.
Foster safe handling, loading, unloading, and storage of hazardous materials.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree, preferred
2 years Service Center, transportation, and/or related experience, preferred
Supervisory experience, preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
General knowledge of freight, imports, exports, and proper freight handling techniques, preferred
Shift days and hours required for this position vary by location and may include days, nights, and/or weekends. Being able to work the required hours at this location will be considered a minimum requirement.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking
Initiative
Managing Multiple Priorities
Mentoring Others
Process Management
Service Center Operation and Maintenance
Transportation Safety
Other Details
Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.
This is a salary position paid biweekly.
Variable compensation is included.
About Us
ABF Freight®, an ArcBest® company, is one of the nation's largest, most trusted less-than-truckload carriers. With over a century of experience, 240 service centers spanning North America, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety and customer service, ABF offers best-in-class LTL transportation for companies of all sizes and industries. We're driven for excellence."