Summary

The Yard Assistant Manager will manage all processes of the Yard Department including but not limited to : vehicle movement, tagging, scanning, fuel, car wash, repair orders and RTP's, company / show cars, and support FIL, UBC, & PIO department supervisors.

Responsibilities

Primary

• Manage, plan, and direct efficient vehicle movement
• Give clear direction to the Yard team regarding daily goals based on the company's objectives
• Support FIL, UBC, and PIO department supervisors in reaching goals set by department managers
• Assign tasks and provide direction to employees to ensure timely completion, quality, and efficient utilization of staffing
• Communicate work assignments to Supervisors and monitor progress toward completion throughout the day
• Keep team members advised of changing priorities and assignments

Secondary

• Work with internal and external customers to understand and meet or exceed their expectations
• Work with other Departments to facilitate the efficient movement of units on the yard and the processing of units through the VPC shop
• Provide feedback to employees regarding performance
• Prepare disciplinary notices and conduct counseling sessions with employees regarding performance deficiencies and / or failure to abide by established procedures and safe work practices
• Keep Manager advised of any performance problems

Tertiary

• Ensure team members have the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively perform their assigned tasks
• Determine and track Yard department's KPIs and make corrections and / or improvements based on analysis of results

Qualifications

Skills

• Proven leadership experience
• Ability to develop and motivate a team
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices
• Skill in organizing work activities and personnel
• Ability to provide and support a vision and direction
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma / G.E.D.
• Associates Degree preferred
• 6-9 Years Supervisory / Management experience required; 7-11 Years preferred
• Must hold a valid Driver's License and good driving record

Physical Requirements

• Stand / walk
• Drive
• Bend / stoop
• Climb, Reach above shoulder
• Kneel / squat
• Balance, Push / Pull
• Crawl / Crouch
• Lift up to 40 lbs.
• Carry up to 40 lbs.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure based at a Vehicle Processing Center
• Ability to operate a computer, copy / fax machine
• Ability to precisely type and write
• Exposure to outdoor temperatures
• Exposure to vehicle exhaust fumes
• The position is based out of the West Point, GA office at a plant manufacturing / warehousing environment.
• Communication with employees and field partners will be primarily conducted via phone and email.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position.

They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.

Last updated : 2024-04-27