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McLane Company, Inc. · 1 day ago

Director of Operations-Designate

Minnesota, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$115K/yr - $125K/yr

3+ years exp

McLane Company, Inc. is a leader in the distribution industry, and they are seeking a Director of Operations-Designate to ensure the smooth operation of the Transportation Department. This role involves supervising transportation drivers, coordinating delivery activities, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations while fostering effective communication within the team.

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Report any accidents/unsafe conditions to the Senior Transportation Manager and Safety Manager

Responsible for compliance and knowledge with Federal Department of Transportation regulations and other safety standards. Maintain fleet in a safe manner in accordance with company and governmental standards

Keep all mistakes and waste to a minimum and check to make sure that routes are properly set up

Maintain effective and timely scheduling of Transportation Teammates, current week and following week schedules should always be posted with a working copy available by request for the next week

Facilitate communication within management team and between the Teammates and management

Provide training to maintain an efficient and knowledgeable workforce

Enforce company policies and issuance of coaching/disciplinary documentation to Teammates, final written warning and termination will be presented for approval to the Senior Transportation Manager and/or Human Resources Manager

Responsible for productivity data including but not limited to unload rates, routes, stops, and pieces; timely scheduling of all routes for 'on-time' departures

Assist Senior Transportation Manager with research and development of new techniques/procedures to increase efficiency of any transportation operation

Other duties may be assigned

Qualification

Outbound transportation experienceMainframe software knowledgeFinancial statement understandingDistribution systems knowledgeAccountingPlanning experienceOrganizedProblem solverDetailedTeamwork oriented

Required

Have 3+ years of experience in all facets of outbound transportation, preferably in the food service industry

Have mainframe computer software knowledge related to record keeping. Preferred experience on AS 400 Mainframe, Excel, Microsoft Word, and Access programs; XATA, TRUCKS or similar programs

Be able to write reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals, and inter-company memos/outside correspondence

Be able to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, and technical procedures

Understand financial statements and resulting cost implications

Knowledge of distribution systems including order routing

Must be able to ascend and descend stairs and inclined surfaces (or something of this nature. They have to climb in and out of the truck on the ramp during route rides)

This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards

Preferred

2-3 years of accounting, planning, and analytical and/or reporting experience, in positions with increasing responsibility is preferred

Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred

Benefits

Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company-paid life insurance

Paid time off begins day one.

401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.

Pet insurance

Maternity/paternity leave

Employee assistance programs

Discount programs

Tuition reimbursement program

And more!

Company

McLane Company, Inc.

Glassdoor3.2

McLane Company, Inc.

Founded in 1894

Temple, Texas, US

10001+ employees

http://www.mclaneco.com

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