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Operations Manager
- Savage (North Salt Lake, UT)
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Grow Your Career with Savage!
Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible.
These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage
+ Opportunities for Growth
+ Annual bonus
+ Working in the field/leadership role
+ Profit Sharing
+ Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
Savage is looking for an Operations Manager for our AF Pneumatic fleet in North Salt Lake, UT. Our Operations Managers come to Savage for the daily challenge, opportunities for growth, teamwork, our focus on safety, and competitive pay, but they stay because of the outstanding culture that exists here. A culture that encourages Team Members to find a better way and enables them to “do things they never dreamed possible”. Whether that is accomplishing new goals in your existing position or working toward the next step in your career, you’ll find your path at Savage.
What you'll be doing:
+ Develop a business plan and execution of the plan including budgeting, projecting and cost management.
+ Effectively executing the safety, health and environmental efforts of the operation.
+ Coordinate the activities of the business, prepare staff work schedules, assign duties, and direct administrative activities in an effort to provide services that meet the needs of the customer and maximize company profitability.
+ Work alongside team members in the day-to-day operational activities to understand the business needs and concerns of the frontline.
+ Oversee effective training and institute coaching activities to ensure constant improvement.
+ Resolve people problems and coordinate other people related activities, such as recommending individuals for hire, promotion, interviewing, etc.
+ Responsible for tracking and documenting operational data that supports the operation and the customer through integrated computer systems.
+ Analyze and review financial statements, activity reports, and other performance data to track the overall status of the department
+ Use analytical tools to assess productivity and create plans for improvement such as cost reduction or employee training.
+ Responsibilities are not all inclusive and may change based on the need of the company.
What You'll Need
+ Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred), CDL-A (a plus, not required)
+ 5–7 years of leadership experience (preferred)
+ Experience in project management and/or transportation
+ Familiarity with heavy industrial equipment, including safety and operations
+ Background in hiring, training, and team building
+ Experience with dispatch systems (a plus)
+ Knowledge of pneumatic trailers and dry bulk hauling (preferred)
+ Strong leadership and team motivation skills
+ Excellent interpersonal communication abilities
+ Effective planning, organization, and multitasking skills
+ Skilled in negotiation and conflict resolution
+ Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software
+ Understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and cost efficiency
+ Ability to collaborate with customers to build rates and explore new opportunities
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
+ Balance the work and culture, frequently moving between the office and the field.
+ Can work outdoors alongside field personnel ~ 30% of time - climbing stairs, ladders, on/off material handling equipment, etc.
+ Ability to travel to other facilities (10%)
Additional Information:
+ A complete job description is available upon request
+ Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
+ California Residents Job Application Privacy Notice (https://savageco.com/careers/california-residents-job-applicant-privacy-notice/)
+ You may view available jobs at www.savageco.com/careers and apply using the online job posting.
+ Eligible full-time team members may participate in the company benefit package, which currently includes 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; and a 401(k) plan with match.
+ Part-time team members are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with match, profit sharing, and may be eligible to participate in the medical plan depending on hours worked.
+ Our benefit packages may change from time to time.
Job Details
Job Family Team Leader
Pay Type Salary
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