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Mclane Company, Inc.

Director, Operations I

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) profit sharing plan
Pet insurance
Maternity/Paternity Leave

Job Description

McLane is a distinguished leader in the distribution industry with an impressive legacy that spans over 130 years. Since its establishment in 1894, the company has built a vast nationwide network that supports a variety of industries including restaurant, retail, and e-commerce. Known for its commitment to agility and innovation, McLane continuously embraces the latest technologies and prioritizes comprehensive team member training to enhance its people-centered culture. This commitment to excellence has made McLane a trusted partner for some of America’s most beloved brands, leveraging a diverse and professional workforce united by shared goals and a collaborative spirit.

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Job Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in transportation operations
  • Knowledge of Federal Department of Transportation regulations
  • Proficiency with mainframe software and related computer programs
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to enforce company policies consistently
  • Experience in scheduling and workforce management
  • Capability to analyze productivity data
  • Physical ability to ascend and descend stairs and inclined surfaces
  • Ability to read, write, and understand English effectively

Job Qualifications

  • 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
  • 2-3 years of accounting, planning, and analytical and/or reporting experience, in positions with increasing responsibility is preferred
  • 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
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred
  • Must be able to ascend and descend stairs and inclined surfaces
  • This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely

Job Duties

  • 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

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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