Kirby Corporation

Operations Manager

Kirby Corporation$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in managing a service operation with a focus on heavy equipment.
  • Strong knowledge of budgeting and financial management for operations exceeding $20 million.
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact with diverse teams and clients.
  • Proven ability to influence and lead teams towards achieving operational goals.
  • Experience in staff management, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
  • Self-motivated with the capacity to work independently and make critical decisions under pressure.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with JD Edwards systems.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage daily operations of the primary branch, including shop and field services.
  • Ensure branch compliance with company policies, safety standards, and budget goals.
  • Develop and implement annual budgets for each branch while monitoring progress toward financial objectives.
  • Organize staffing plans and oversee manpower allocation to meet operational demands.
  • Resolve supply, equipment, and manpower issues to maintain service continuity and quality.
  • Drive marketing efforts in collaboration with sales to expand business opportunities for each branch.
  • Conduct assessments of branch performance regarding quality of work and customer satisfaction, addressing any concerns.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for career advancement with a focus on employee development and training.
  • Inclusive work environment that emphasizes safety and health standards.
  • Access to resources for effective branch management and operations.
  • Competitive benefits package adjusting to industry standards.
Full Job Description
Overview

United Engines is Now Hiring an Operations Manager at 11800 Maybelline Rd North Little Rock, AR 72117. Responsible for daily management of the branch operation, as well as overall management for that branch and other secondary branch operations as assigned.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the daily operations of the primary branch, including both shop and field services.
  • Manage all branch operations in accordance with company and budget goals.
  • Ensure that all operations comply with company policies and standards.
  • Plan, direct and manage all branch activities in accordance with each branches budgeted financial objectives.
  • Assure adequate manpower and supplies are available to complete work assignments.
  • Review and organize staffing plans to insure they are consistent and adequate for attaining each branches' objectives.
  • Resolve issues regarding supplies, equipment, or manpower shortages.
  • Develop annual budget for each branch.
  • Monitor progress towards budgeted goals and implement cost controls or reductions as necessary.
  • Monitor gross profit levels for each branch.
  • Assess each branch's performance regarding quality of work and customer satisfaction.
  • Follow up on escalated customer service concerns or complaints and ensure satisfactory resolution.
  • Ensure all branches maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • Ensure proper safety training and standards are in place, and that safety policies and procedures are followed.
  • Develop marketing plans with sales and marketing departments to develop and increase each branch's business.
  • Establish work standards and evaluate branch staff's performance.
  • Identify, address, and implement timely employee development and training opportunities, including succession planning.
  • Hire, counsel, and discharge branch staff as necessary.


Qualifications

  • Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
  • Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
  • Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
  • Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures.
  • Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
  • Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.
  • Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively supervise others.
  • Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal.

Education/Experience:
  • Prior experience in managing a $20 million+ P&L based service operation focused on heavy, industrial, and or power-driven equipment in a facilitative Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) partnering arrangement required.
  • Prior experience in developing and managing budgets also required.
  • Ability to plan and carry out responsibilities under limited supervision required.
  • Prior experience managing multiple locations preferred.
  • High School Diploma or General Education (GED) and three to five years related experience.
  • Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred.

Computer Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook). Prior experience with JD Edwards systems preferred.

Physical Activities & Requirements:

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the position, location, or customer.

About Kirby Corporation

Kirby Corporation is a leading provider of marine transportation services in the United States. The company operates a fleet of over 800 vessels, including tank barges, towboats, and offshore support vessels. Kirby's customers include major oil companies, petrochemical producers, and agricultural companies. The company is committed to safety and environmental stewardship and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. Kirby is headquartered in Houston, Texas and was founded in 1921. The company is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol KEX.
Learn more about Kirby Corporation
Size
5,125 employees
Market Cap
$3.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$272.5 million
Founded
1921
5 Year Trend
+4.9%
Revenue
$2.1 billion
NASDAQ

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