Logistics Supervisor

About Cooper River Partners (CRP):

Cooper River Partners (CRP) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Pacolet Milliken, LLC, and is the owner and operator of Bushy Park, a multi-tenant industrial park. The site is located on Bushy Park Road in Goose Creek, South Carolina. CRP provides industrial services, such as steam water compressed air, rail services, security, and emergency response to the nine tenant companies on site. CRP's vision is "Always Safe, Always Reliable, Always Growing, and Exceeding Expectations". CRP's core values include Honesty/Integrity, Safety, Quality, Responsibility, Entrepreneurship/Innovation, and Commitment.

Cooper River Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Enriching our culture through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Job Overview:

Supervises the Logistics Department as it pertains to ISO yard management, rail yard management, meeting customer requirements, equipment maintenance, training new employees, and improving team dynamics. Manages duties of Heavy Equipment Operators for daily operations and customer orders. Coordinates with customers and partners to understand and fulfill requirements.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assigns duties to heavy equipment operators based on skill, training, equipment, and work demand.
• Supervises Heavy Equipment Operators, reviews daily timecards, and approves time off.
• Facilitates training of Heavy Equipment Operators and maintains operator proficiency on all equipment.
• Sets and maintains standards among Heavy Equipment Operators for equipment operation and processes.
• Maintains all Logistics Department equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and necessary repairs. Ensures the safe and efficient operation of all Logistics Department equipment.
• Manages customer orders to completion on a daily basis. Coordinates with customers and partners to streamline operations and customer service.
• Coordinates with Hydera on the management of the ISO storage yard to streamline operations and improve service to wash bays and maintenance/repair shop.
• Updates software and spreadsheets to maintain an accurate inventory of railcars and tanks.
• Manages approved departmental procedures through the management of change (MOC) approval process, and works on joint procedure development with customers.
• Develops, evaluates, and implements continuous improvement strategies.
• Develops short- and long-term strategies for standard operating procedures and benchmarking activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Specific Skills:

• Operate and maintain heavy equipment.
• Proven critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Effectively collaborate with other departments and clients.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize competing team responsibilities.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Works independently with limited supervision; able to think logically, follow procedures/instructions, and make sound decisions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and computerized inventory systems.

Minimum Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent is required; Associate degree and/or Certificate in Industrial Work Skills such as industrial maintenance, automated technology, and/or welding is preferred.

Minimum Experience:

5 years of experience with heavy equipment operation or railroad experience.

Certifications & Licenses:

Valid driver's license is required; CDL is preferred.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities:

Logistics Foreman and Heavy Equipment Operators

Physical Activity: Possess close visual acuity and acuity to operate machines, motor vehicles, and heavy equipment; ability to climb, walk, finger, grasp, talk, hear, repetitive motion, and exert up to 50lbs of force occasionally, 20lbs frequently, and 10lbs constantly.

Working Conditions: Subject to activities inside and outside, extreme heat for more than one hour, noise levels where one may need to shout to be heard, hazards such as moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working in high places, exposure to high heat, chemicals, fumes, and odors.

Job Type: Full-time

Shift Schedule: Work schedule will be 6:30am to 3:00pm, Monday through Friday, and on occasion some additional work hours, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Pay: Base pay with annual bonus

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Parental leave
• Vacation
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program