Supervisor, Operations - Material Handling

About the role

Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with operations spanning multiple countries. This role is within the rail, coke, and transloading departments, supporting the PBF refinery.

Responsibilities

• Lead in Safety by setting an example, ensuring procedures are followed, conduct training, praise safe behavior and correct unsafe acts, build a culture of safety and take an active role in the daily safety briefing
• Work with the individual team members on their specific needs, make sure they are treated right and provide them with opportunities for growth through cross-training
• Be a presence in the field. Work alongside team members as they perform their work, balancing time between in-field and office work
• Participate in team member professional growth activities such as hiring, coaching, disciplinary processes, and one-on-ones
• Assure crews are on time and prepared to work
• Serve as incident commander during emergencies in the absence of the Operations Manager
• Understand the unique needs of each operating unit, on the loading, coke and rail side of the business, and see that the customer’s expectations are met
• Plan and organize the crew so they can be productive and the needs of the customers can be met
• Partner with the Shift Supervisors on opposite shifts to ensure a smooth transition from shift-to-shift
• Communicate with the Operations Manager and logistics operators on any operational problems or issues
• Provide accurate daily shift summary reports to the Operations Managers and other affected parties
• Report any equipment issues to the maintenance team
• Communicate with the Refinery Shift Supervisor and Refinery Logistics Operator to understand their needs for the shift and see that the needs of the customer are executed
• Learn, implement, teach, and execute the S7 Delivery System
• Other duties as constituted

Requirements

• Subject matter expert in one or more areas of the operation
• Ability to perform basic maintenance
• Basic computer skills
• Can work independently with minimal supervision
• Positive attitude and a good team member
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, reference checks, drug screen, motor-vehicle report and criminal background check
• Must possess or qualify for a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC card)
• Must be able to attend and pass all test associated with job related coursework. This includes, but it not limited to: OSHA, HazMat and FRA related courses
• Able to reliably fulfill a set rotational schedule (days, nights, 24/7/365)
• Strong leadership skills and attributes
• Passion for safety including the ability to motivate, inspire, and coach others, to maximize safe behaviors
• Prioritize an extensive task list that changes on a regular basis
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with team members and customer

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years operating in an industrial environment
• Current Lead Safety Specialist
• Minimum 1 year experience direct supervisory experience
• A high school diploma, or equivalent
• Current/valid driver license

Skills

• Subject matter expertise in one or more areas of the operation
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Positive attitude and team player
• Passion for safety and ability to motivate and coach others
• Prioritization of tasks
• Interpersonal communication skills

Benefits

• 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

Pay

$175 annual steel-toe boot allowance

Schedule

Rotational schedule (days, nights, 24/7/365)

Physical Requirements

• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions: extreme wind, rain, snow, cold, heat, etc.
• Comfortable with heights
• May be asked to work under supplied air
• Crawl under rail cars and work in tight spaces
• Walk 5+ miles per day on uneven terrain, etc.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Splits time between office and field environment
• Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time