What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Leadership Development Associate (Field-Based) position at Jasper Holdings Inc.?
Whether you're a recent college graduate ready to launch your career or an experienced professional with a flexible schedule, this opportunity is for you.
If you’re a curious, people‑oriented problem solver who wants real responsibility from day one, JASPER’s Operations Leadership Development program gives you the perfect runway. You’ll gain hands-on experience across our 53 distribution centers nationwide, build relationships with leaders at every level, and learn how a billion‑dollar, employee‑owned company runs behind the scenes.
This field-based role gives you unmatched exposure to branch operations, logistics, safety, sales, quality, and continuous improvement — preparing you for future leadership opportunities within 18–24 months based on performance. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where no two days look the same.
What You’ll Do
You’ll travel to branch locations across the country (approximately 50%) to:
- Support branch teams in improving daily operations
- Conduct operational reviews and help solve real-time challenges
- Coach and partner with Branch Operations Managers
- Learn core processes including logistics, inventory, billing, and customer service
- Manage branches as needs arise
- Collaborate with Safety, Quality, and Lean (JPS) teams to identify opportunities
- Lead or support key operational improvement projects
- Build relationships across the organization and gain broad business exposure
What You’ll Gain
- A deep understanding of how a national distribution network operates
- Mentorship from senior leaders
- Experience across multiple departments, positioning you for future growth opportunities
- A pathway to growth and leadership roles such as Branch Operations Manager, Department Team Leader or Manager, Regional Operations Manager or other growth opportunities within the organization
- Ownership in a billion-dollar ESOP company
What You Bring
- Associate degree or higher preferred
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- Adaptability to different environments and personalities
- Willingness to travel (50% of the time) and work flexible hours as needed
- Interest in a long-term leadership career
Compensation & Benefits
- $50,000 annually, based on experience
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage after 30 days
- PTO 10 paid holidays after 30 days
- Two retirement plans: 401(k) Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Extensive on-the-job training
- Career advancement opportunities in as little as 18 months
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Jasper Engines & Transmissions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JASPER is an at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
Salary : $50,000