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We are recruiting an experienced Operations Supervisor to join our team to support our client in the automotive industry.NOTE: Valid driver's license is required as well as a clean driving record Operations are steady days but shift work may be required Must be willing and able to travel to the USA, without restrictions, effective on the start dateRESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise a unionized workforce on daily operational duties Daily data collection, analysis and presentation of reports Financial reporting on operations Ergonomic and Environmental system audits Health and safety programs Development of new programs including bid packages and process development Engineering support for existing and new programs Implementation of new technologies Compile presentations and speak in front of large audienceREQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: 5 years minimum experience in supervisory, plant and manufacturing production experience Previous Dispatch experience with Certified Carrier required Knowledge of Business and management principles involved with strategic planning, resources allocation, leadership, and coordination of people and resources in the trucking industry Ability to interface with Plant Production and Dock Personnel Computer skills - ODIMs, CTMS, Omnitracs Knowledge of the Transportation / Logistics industry Demonstrated experience supervising 70 drivers per shift, 60 switch personnel, 4 Dispatchers, 2 Union Steward's Ability to discipline work force through Verbal or Written means Ability to report Catastrophic events to higher management levels - accidents, injuries, damaged equipment, redirect driver scheduled routes, updated payment coding Ability to manage operations to avoid Production Loss or plant shutdown Experience with labor agreements and labor control Finance background is a plus Experience in conflict resolution and supervising a unionized workforce is an asset Strong team player with initiative, willing to work both independently and within a team Strong diagnostics and problem-solving skills Strong communications and organizational skills Familiar with process control, optimization and analysis of data Strong background in PC applications (Excel, Access, Word, Power Point, CATS, PFS, HPIMS, ODIMS, PSAP)OTHER PERKS & BENEFITS:Paid Benefits after 90 days (individual and family) extended medical, out-of-country coverage, dental etc.Pension eligibility, with employer match, after 1 full year of work (open enrollment every October)MEDA offers an excellent referral bonus. Great candidates know great candidates.MEDA Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any of the protected reasons as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities, as described in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and granted to those that request assistance during our hiring process.