Associate Operations Manager

at Dot Foods, Inc. in Mount Sterling, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description

As an Associate Operations Manager, this individual, will spend a significant amount of time rotating through job roles in both Transportation and Warehouse to learn the key components of the operations side of Dot and provide support/ leadership as needed in various roles. As the individual gains experience in this role, they will be expected to increase their impact to the company through their activity and the activity of those they work with. This position is designed to provide upward mobility, assuming availability, within 12-18 months.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Work with individuals across departments to develop knowledge of warehouse and transportation
Gather, measure, and interpret data critical to improving processes within the warehouse and transportation
Participate in meetings with warehouse, transportation, replenishment, and outside distribution centers to enhance knowledge of the processes and develop relationships necessary to collaborate effectively.
Lead continuous improvement efforts while applying lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste.
YOU MUST HAVE
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Dot Foods or Dot Transportation experience
Effective verbal & communication skills
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs
Strong leadership, planning & organizational skills
YOU MAY ALSO HAVE
Degree in logistics or supply-chain management
Experience in budget development & business analysis
Ability to relocate
Ability to embrace & facilitate change
ROLE SPECIFICS
Travel: Occasional overnight travel to other company facilities or outside facilities for training. Must have ability to travel independently as needed, without restriction by all modes of transportation, including car, plane, or train
Working Environment: Ability to work in all temperature conditions, from 0F to 100F
Schedule: Ability to work flexible hours (weekend, night shift and on-call) based upon facility needs
WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU
As a family-owned and operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:
Salary: $50,575 to $75,863 Annually, plus bonus opportunity
Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance
Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing
Significant advancement opportunities
WHO WE ARE
Dot Foods makes products more accessible and affordable to the food industry. We add efficiency to the supply chain and build strong partnerships with distributors, suppliers, and operators. Our company was created on a foundation of respect and dependability. People who are open to input, ask questions, embrace diversity, and seek innovative solutions thrive here.
Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules, and policies regarding safety.
EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.Qualifications

Education
Bachelors (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

EOE/AA Employer- We will not discriminate in our employment practices due to applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran or disability status