Director of Operations-Designate

Director Of Operations-Designate

McLane teammates, the driving force behind our success, are diverse professionals who work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. As a teammate, you will pair your dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit with your fellow teammates to serve America's most beloved brands. McLane leaders think long-term, act with purpose, and inspire high performance. They lead with accountability, communicate clearly, and drive results through collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth. They empower each teammate to learn from industry leaders, develop their skills, and build lasting connections nationwide. The Director of Operations Designate is responsible for establishing and maintaining a smooth operation of the Transportation Department and helps provide 24-hr coverage. Provides general supervision of all transportation drivers and administrative staff. Primary responsibility is to make sure that all Teammates are on the job at the start of the shift or at the scheduled dispatch time. This position involves the planning, directing, and coordination of all delivery and backhaul activities, and must keep product moving smoothly, accurately, and efficiently. Benefits you can count on : Pay rate : $115,000.00 to $123,000.00 per year. This role is also eligible to participate in the annual incentive plan with a target incentive of 15% of your base annual salary. 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. Additional benefits : pet insurance, maternity / paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What you'll do as a Director of Operations-Designate :

• 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.

Qualifications you'll bring as a Director of Operations-Designate :