Technical operations manager | Ottawa, IL

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to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good. PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT Provides management, supervision, and leadership of the operations of assigned locations including personnel, scheduling, logistics, product handling, application services, and customer satisfaction.

SUPERVISION AND LEADERSHIP Provides supervision and leadership for the Plant Managers, Operators, Ag Operations, and Administrative Assistant personnel assigned to the location. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Hires, leads and develops both full-time and part-time assigned employees required to operate the facilities. Trains

employees to meet state, federal, and company regulatory and safety criteria. Responsible for assigned product ordering, profitable pricing, inventory control Collaborates with the Operations Manager to insure all equipment, rolling stock, and facilities are in good working order.

Assists with annual budget planning process. Sells to customers at the location or by phone. Works with operators in field to train, assist, and assure optimum application performance. Prepares reports of business transactions and keeps expense accounts. Works with Logistics to assure timely application of all products. Develops and implements business plans that maximize location profitability. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Supports and contributes to total company goals and objectives through collaboration efforts.

Performs all other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS Normally requires a college degree in agriculture or business and 6 or more years of sales and marketing experience to demonstrate marketing skills and sales leadership. Prefer agronomy management, sales and marketing experience. Demonstrates proficiency in the areas of competitive adeptness, inventory management, customer credit worthiness, and product knowledge with fertilizers, ag chemicals, seed, soil needs, and field monitoring. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record, and have the ability to travel independently.

Must be able to obtain and maintain all applicable certifications, licenses, including DOA Applicators license, CDL license with all applicable endorsements. Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant. Occasionally exposed or required to: • Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, snow, ice, etc. ) • Noisy conditions • Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures • May be required to work at varying heights • Lift 51 - 70 lbs. Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

FS. Bringing You What's Next. We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO. As the Supervisor, Freight Operations, we ll count on you to inspire your team to continuously raise the bar, while taking responsibility for all day-to-day operational responsibilities.

As a member of our team, you ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career that will exceed your expectations. Pay, benefits and more. We re eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability, and the opportunity to participate

in a company incentive plan. What you ll do on a typical day: Supervise staff during various inbound, city and/or outbound freight operations Ensure production goals are met by managing tonnage, payroll, and other administrative functions Plan hourly employee schedules to meet daily operations goals Enforce all company, FMCSR, OSHA and DOT policies, rules, regulations, and laws Coach, train and develop employees in a manner consistent with company policies Act as a champion of our values, demonstrating them and holding your team to the same high standards What you need to succeed at XPO: At a minimum, you ll need: 2 years of related work experience in a warehouse, distribution, supply chain,

transportation or similar environment Knowledge of the Less-than-Truckload (LTL) industry, hazardous materials regulations and DOT rules and regulations Availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends It d be great if you also have: Bachelor s degree in Transportation, Distribution or Logistics, or 4 years of related work or military experience 2 years of supervisory experience LTL industry experience Positive attitude with the ability to multitask and motivate your team Exceptional leadership, communication, and administrative skills This job requires the ability to: Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights up to 50 lbs.

frequently and greater than 75 lbs. occasionally Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel Walk and stand for extended periods of time on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery Work outside in inclement weather Be part of something big. #PIQ We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, interaction, disability, veteran or other protected status. All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification. Review XPO's candidate privacy statementhere. Pando Logic. Keywords: Freight Supervisor, Location: Mark, IL - 61340 , PL: 586801629 Associated topics: business coach, editor in chief, executive producer, fire captain, petty officer, planning operations, police captain, police commander, project manager, shift supervisor

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