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Operations Team Manager

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Department: Operations and Fleet Management

Posted: 9/22/2025

Location Name: ATS Corporate - St. Cloud, MN

Wage Max: 95,000.00 Annual

Wage Min: 65,000.00 Annual

Position Type: Full-Time, Salary

Shift: Standard

Summary

The Operations Manager is responsible t o be a key resource for ATS Specialized by plann ing, directing, and controlling operational functions, supervising, and coordinating the activities of company employees, and guiding quality, efficiency, and productivity improvement efforts.

Education and Experience

+ Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in the transportation industry

+ Firm understanding of the commercial transportation industry with a strong working knowledge of operations, logistics and transportation principles

+ Self- motivated, financially driven, results oriented to maximize every aspect of our business.

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) required .

+ Must be self-motivated, able to multi-task and work independently.

+ Must be a team player, amenable to a variety of work projects.

+ Must be analytical with the ability to apply data.

+ Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

+ Must be proficient in responding to internal and external customer situations, responding to customer needs as required .

+ Must be able to both think creatively and provide creative contributions to projects.

+ Excellent communication skills (written, listening and verbal).

+ Willing and able to travel infrequently, including overnight travel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ Plan, direct, and control operational functions of ATS Specialized, Inc.

+ Actively engaging in customer and business relations, pricing, equipment purchasing , and operational efforts.

+ Manages fleet productivity by tracking critical performance indicators.

+ Recommends and implements appropriate plans for improvement.

+ Assist Fleet Managers with drivers' day-to-day personal, financial, productivity, training, and service needs, reviewing and reconciling related reports.

+ Proactively resolving and minimizing problems, and assisting with and/or handling counseling, training, communication, discipline, and terminations as needed.

+ Assist Fleet Managers with DOT-regulated issues including drug tests, log hours, and other safety –related matters, providing direction and ensuring scheduled completion and/or resolution.

+ Conduct exit interviews when drivers terminate their employment.

+ Establish operating budget and strategic plan, ensuring that all company and department goals are met.

+ Continuously seeks to improve departmental quality, efficiency, and productivity standards .

+ Create updates and/or revises company processes, tools, and resources, etc.

+ Supervise and coordinates activities of operations employees .

+ Hires, disciplines, and terminates employees .

+ Monitor employee ' s performance, prepares and conducts employee performance appraisals, recommends promotions, salary adjustments, and offers assistance and direction when needed .

+ Assign, schedule, and review work, ensuring that all areas are adequately covered .

+ Establish goals and work standards

+ Administer company policies and procedures

+ In support of ATS's culture, all employees are expected to consistently, effectively and reliably perform in accordance with the Company's values as set forth in our core competencies and behaviors (All Employee Competencies and Manager Competencies).

+ Position may require work responsibilities o utside of normal business hours and infrequent travel may be required .

+ Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions .

+ Constantly in a stationary position and occasionally will move around.

+ Constantly operates a keyboard and mouse and constantly utilizes a computer monitor(s).

+ Constantly conversing with internal and external customers in person or via phone system.

Supervisory Responsibility

Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with ATS's policies and applicable laws . Responsibilities including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Compensation and Benefits

+ Base salary of this position is $65,000 - $95,000 with additional opportunity to earn incentive. Base salary offered is determined by relevant experience, education, certifications, and geographic location as compared to others doing substantially similar work. In addition to the base salary, employees may be eligible for performance-based incentives, which can vary depending on individual and/or company performance.

+ Anderson Trucking Service is committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package. Employees will have the opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401k retirement savings plan effective on the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Additionally, we provide paid holidays, paid time off, access to professional development opportunities, wellness programs, and employee assistance resources to our employees. Our goal is to ensure that all employees have the support and resources they need to thrive both professionally and personally.

This organization participates in E-Verify.We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If E-Verify cannot confirm your authorization, you will be given written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before any action is taken against you, including termination of employment.Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants or to discriminate based on citizenship status or national origin.Right to Work (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER\_RighttoWorkPoster.pdf)

Esta organización participa en E-Verify.Proporcionaremos al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que está autorizado para trabajar en los Estados Unidos. Si E-Verify no puede confirmar su autorización, se le darán instrucciones por escrito y la oportunidad de comunicarse con el Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS) o la Administración del Seguro Social (SSA) para resolver el problema antes de que se tome cualquier medida en su contra, incluida la terminación del empleo.Los empleadores no pueden usar E-Verify para preseleccionar solicitantes de empleo ni para discriminar por motivo de estatus de ciudadanía u origen nacional.Derecho al trabajo (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER\_RighttoWorkPosterES.pdf)