Operations Manager - Blount Island

Road & Rail Services is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to provide hands-on leadership for our vehicle processing operation in Jacksonville, Florida. This position is ideal for a motivated supervisor or manager who enjoys leading employees, solving operational challenges, and maintaining high standards for safety, productivity, and customer service.

Reporting directly to the Terminal Manager, the Operations Manager will coordinate daily activities within the Vehicle Handling department and provide leadership to employees responsible for the movement and processing of vehicles.

This is an active operations management position. Successful candidates should be comfortable spending time in the operation, working directly with employees, responding to changing customer demands, and making decisions that keep the operation moving safely and efficiently.

Perform operational audits and inspections to identify safety, quality, or performance concerns

Address operational issues and implement corrective actions when necessary

Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, safety, and workflow

Maintain effective communication with the Terminal Manager, customers, and employees

Exercise independent judgment regarding staffing, employee performance, promotions, and other operational decisions

Qualified candidates should have:

Previous supervisory or management experience

Experience leading employees in a fast-paced operation

Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities

A safety-first approach to managing people and operations

Ability to hold employees accountable while developing a productive team

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Valid state driver's license

Ability to work collaboratively with management, employees, and customers

Willingness to work a flexible schedule based on operational requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain all required credentials, including a TWIC Badge

Experience in automotive logistics, vehicle processing, transportation, railroad operations, port operations, manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, or another industrial environment is beneficial.

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Annual safety shoe allowance

Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Veteran-friendly workplace

Training and development opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

A strong promote-from-within culture

Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services has grown into a leading provider of rail-related operations, maintenance, and logistics services throughout North America. Our teams support customers with specialized plant and terminal operations while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and dependable service.

If you have experience leading employees in a transportation, automotive, logistics, port, or industrial operation and you're ready to take ownership of a fast-moving operation, we encourage you to apply for our Operations Manager – Vehicle Processing position in Jacksonville.

This job requires a background check and drug screen.