Operations Manager

We are seeking an experienced operations manager to join our team. You will manage the day-to-day operations of our truck fleet and deliveries. This is a great opportunity to join our local company and be a part of our growing market delivering industrial dry bulk commodities (cement, crushed aggregates, and other products).

Responsibilities

• Direct daily terminal operations, including freight movement, loading/unloading, dispatch, equipment, and yard activities.
• Lead, coach, and develop terminal employees, supervisors, drivers, and support staff.
• Establish and monitor operational goals, productivity standards, and performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain a strong safety culture and conduct regular safety meetings, inspections, and corrective-action follow-up.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of progressive experience in transportation, logistics, distribution, or terminal operations is required.
• Strong knowledge of transportation, dispatch, or freight operations.
• Understanding of DOT and applicable transportation safety regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage employees and drive operational performance.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

We are a local transporter of bulk cement, fly ash, and lime products with terminals located in Louisville, KY, and Cloverdale, IN. Our customers include some of the industry’s leading producers of cement, fly ash, and lime products used to build and support the infrastructure of the United States of America. We service customers in Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, West Virginia, Illinois, and Missouri. Bulk First strives for the highest level of customer satisfaction, and we pride ourselves on providing reliable, on-time deliveries.