Machine Tool Cutting Operator/Tender jobs in Texarkana, AR

BENEFITS:

• Home daily (In-office management)
• Competitive Salary
• Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision packages
• Employer paid basic life policy with competitive buy-up options
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match 
• Paid vacation and holidays

THIS IS A MANAGMENT POSITION; THE FOLLOWING 5 REQUIREMENTS ARE PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED:

• Valid Class A CDL & current DOT medical card
• At least 1 year (6 months considered) of CDL driving experience
• Must be able to pass road test
• Must have an acceptable driving record based on DOT and Company insurance mandates
• Must be in compliance with DOT's Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse provisions

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:  Primary purpose is to manage all aspects of equipment, personnel, DOT guidelines, procedures for efficient routing and delivery of product to customers in conjunction with and in the absence of the Transportation Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:  Additional duties, which are necessary to carry out the function of the Assistant Transportation Manager, may be assigned and are incorporated by reference into this job description and must be performed in conjunction with and in the absence of the Transportation Manager.

• Responsible for the direct and indirect supervision of employees including, but not limited to, interviewing, training, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, disciplining, addressing complaints and resolving issues; 
• Manage every aspect of leading and managing transportation department and/or assisting other Transportation Department personnel at other Imperial Distribution Centers as well as interaction with counterparts in warehouse(s); 
• Ensure proper staffing and routing to minimize overall cost of department while providing excellent service to customers and adhering to all DOT guidelines; 
• Responsible for timely and accurate driver deliveries of all product/merchandise or equipment to any customer or company affiliate;  
• Responsible for the accuracy and legibility of driver paperwork/documents; 
• Responsible for ensuring personnel are wearing the proper uniforms while upholding a professional appearance when representing the company; 
• Responsible for accurate accounting of delivery paper to include all required documentation and secured and accurate collection of cash, checks or other forms of payment by drivers as approved by Accounts Receivable; 
• Responsible for maintaining warehouse operations/transportation files and providing the executive office with copies of all contracts/certificate of insurance, discipline, accident reports, etc. for placement in company vault and/or secured files; 
• Responsible for following up on various forms/checklists and that are utilized by transportation department as set forth by management; i.e. daily DOT Logs, etc.; 
• Ensure all personnel utilize smart phones and devices and all IT equipment in a professional manner in accordance with DOT regulations and Company policy; 
• Ensures personnel operates Company vehicles, trucks and/or tractors in accordance with DOT regulations and Company policy;
• Ensures personnel report to work on time, and complete all duties in a timely manner; 
• Performs above listed duties in a cooperative, capable manner, processing the information effectively and communicating the information as needed effectively; 
• Provides assistance when needed in warehouse, will call area, driver’s room, and damage room as needed; 
• Performs any other duties assigned by the Transportation Manager; and 
• All personnel within this job description shall be subject to cross-training into jobs within the organization based on Company needs.  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

In conjunction with and in the absence of the Transportation Manager, conducts the interviewing process for potential employees; participates in the hiring and firing process; disciplines and commends employees accordingly; handles employee complaints; evaluates employee job performance; directs the employee performance     planning process and sets job expectations in order to establish obtainable goals; directly supervises as many as four or more supervisory and ten or more non-supervisory employees.  The Department consists of Asst. Trans Manager, Transportation Supervisors, Driver Supervisors, Drivers, Driver Helpers, Hot Shot Drivers and Temp Employees as needed. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands of this job include strenuous mental activities related to managing personnel and some physical activity performing delivery activities to stores, warehouses, etc.  Safety procedures such as 3 point contact while climbing in and around Heavy Transportation Equipment must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, climb ladders or ramps. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.  

The employee must regularly lift 20-40 pounds when needed and occasionally lift 50 to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently work in and office environment and often in wet humid and freezing conditions and while working in outdoor weather conditions.  The noise level of the work environment is usually low to moderate. 

AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT: 

All employees of the Company are employees’ at-will and, as such, are free to resign at any time without reason.  The Company, likewise, retains the right to terminate an employee's employment at any time with or without reason or notice.  Nothing contained in the Employee Handbook, or any document provided to the employee is intended to be, nor should it be, construed as a guarantee that employment or any benefit will be continued for any period.  Any salary figures provided to an employee in annual or monthly terms are stated for the sake of convenience or to facilitate comparisons and are not intended and do not create an employment contract for any specific period.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT POLICY:

Imperial Trading Co., LLC hiring and employment practices are based on job qualifications, performance, and/or conduct without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.