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Servicing 5,500 customers,  Mickey’s Linen has been a market leader in linen and kitchen uniform rentals. Today, we are the largest family owned and operated commercial laundry in the Midwest, with multiple production facilities.  Our customers range from local, neighborhood restaurants to well know food and beverage operators. We believe our people are our greatest assets.  We provide a challenging work environment where our commitment to excellence gives our team members the opportunity to grow professionally and advance with our company.   Description: The position is designed to provide a strong knowledge of all aspects of our business. We are seeking a self-motivated individual to deliver and sell additional products to our existing customers while learning the foundations of service standards and business model. The ideal candidate will have a strong desire for upward mobility, possess leadership qualities, and have the opportunity to transition into a supervision role.   Qualifications: Strong customer service skills. Excellent verbal communication skills.                 Highly energetic and thrives on new challenges.  Strong desire for managing and training others. Ability to multi-task and manage time well. Ability to drive a truck (CDL B or C License a plus). Ability to handle the physical nature of the work.   Must have a clean driving record and stable work history High school diploma (minimum education)   Benefits: Competitive pay. 401k plans and profit sharing program. Comprehensive medical/health package. Disability life insurance program. Paid vacations and holidays. Ongoing training & development. Mickey’s Linen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

Dedicated Contract Services specializes in total supply chain management solutions, customized to meet each client's needs. We serve customers in over 450 locations, ranging from but not limited to, retail, food and restaurant, agriculture and the oil industry. We are expected to double in size in the next five years - We are not slowing down! What does an Operations Management Trainee do? We will provide you with training and on the job experience so that in 3-6 months you will be ready to step into a full leadership role at a customer's account. You will have the ability to make important decisions that have a direct impact on the business and will help you grow in your professional career. It won't be easy and you will be challenged along the way, but we will be right there with you to offer guidance and support. Here's what your day will look like: You will work with your customers to understand and deliver the Customer Value Proposition that we promised them as you manage the execution of their transportation needs. You will lead and retain a group of company drivers to fulfill the needs of the customer and maximize productivity. Understand and monitor compliance with safety and DOT regulations Full management responsibility over all equipment assigned to your account. Look for opportunities to increase the efficiency of the account. Example: If most of your equipment is empty on the way back to your account then it is not making money. You can look for opportunities with other transportation partners (internal and external) to fill the backhauls. What will you get in return? Paid training with bonus potential after completion of the training program. Bonus is based on overall performance and profitability of the assigned account. Experience working for the largest Dedicated Transportation provider. That's not all! We are looking to double in size in the next 5 years. That means more opportunities for you. Work for a large company, but still small enough to be on a first name basis with everyone. Develop your interpersonal skills, gain customer knowledge, and industry experience. The learning never stops! Growth and career advancement. After a year to a year and a half, you could be managing a $3-5M account with the support of J.B. Hunt right behind you. You'll have the freedom to manage, set direction and lead a team. So, do you have what it takes? Bachelor’s degree OR 3 years of supervisory experience OR Military Non Commissioned Officer, minimum E4. Must be a self-starter and self-driven. Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment. Ability to build solid relationships with customers and drivers. Willingness to learn. Ability to relocate within the region after the 3-6 month training program. After training you will run the day to day operations with your team at an assigned account, the account is determined after training.   Must be willing to work flexible hours during training. This isn't an 8-5 job, you're managing a business.

Final Mile Services specializes in professional and cost effective final mile deliveries throughout the United States. With over 100 distribution centers nationwide and 1 million square feet of warehouse space, we are able to provide commercial, business to business and home delivery services. Our solutions range from jobs site deliveries for construction and remodeling projects to retail and home deliveries including appliances, furniture, mattresses and many other products. Our network is growing and we are flexible to fit every client’s need. What does an Operations Management Trainee do? As an Operations Management Trainee, we will provide you with more than just job shadowing experience. We will train and assign you tasks so that you become immediately immersed into the operation so that in 3-6 months you will be ready to step into a full leadership role at one of our Final Mile Warehouses. Many of our processes and work flows feed off each other and as a trainee you will get to see how your decisions have an impact on the business. You will have the ability to make decisions that will help you grow in your professional career. It will be fast paced and challenging, but we will be right there with you to offer guidance and support. Here’s what your day will look like: Work with your customers to understand customer expectations in order to deliver value at the highest level. J.B. Hunt is committed to customers. Route and schedule deliveries. We are consistent and reliable. Lead a group of company driving employees and warehouse personnel to fulfill the needs of the customer and maximize productivity. Teamwork! Understand and monitor compliance with safety and DOT regulations. Safety is our top priority. Full management responsibility over all equipment and inventory in the warehouse. We are accountable. Troubleshoot and resolve any service related concerns with deliveries as the go to person. We value customer service. What will you get in return, you ask? Base salary and bonus potential after completion of the training program. Bonus is based on overall performance and profitability of the assigned account. Experience working for one of the largest Final Mile Services Providers. With over 100 distribution centers nationwide that means more opportunities for you. Work for a large company, but still small enough to be on a first name basis with everyone Develop your leadership and management skills and gain customer knowledge and industry experience. The learning never stops. Promote from within culture. After a year to a year and half, you could be managing a Final Mile Warehouse with the support of J.B. Hunt right behind you. You’ll have the freedom to manage, set direction and lead a team.   So, do you have what it takes? Must be self driven and have a strong work ethic. Ability to thrive in a fast paced and changing environment. Strong interpersonal and creative problem solving skills. Ability to relocate within the region. That means, after training you will run the day to day operations with your team at an assigned location within the region. Must be willing to work flexible hours during training. This isn't a 8-5 job, you're managing a business. College degree OR 3 years of supervisory experience OR Military Non Commissioned Officer, minimum E4

Operate within the Organization’s Financial, Legal, and Ethical Policies:  This position is responsible for informing senior management of operational, budgetary or resource issues/obstacles in a timely fashion.  They must be familiar and comply with company rules and policies.  They will lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with the company’s values. Key Competencies Demonstrates self-starting and initiates ideas and issues that need to be resolved:  Goes beyond expecatations in the assignment, task or job description without being asked.  Demonstrates a positive attitude towards getting things done.  Digs beneath the obvious to get at the facts, even when not asked to do so. Passion for thriving in a complex, ever-changing start-up environment:  This position will be adaptable and will thrive in ambiguous situations.  They will be driven by urgency and intolerant of complacency. Adaptability:  This position will look for ways to make changes work rather than only identifying why change will not work.  Adapts to change quickly and easily.  Makes suggestions for increasing the effectiveness of changes.  Shows willingness to learn new methods, procedures, or techniques, resulting from departmental change. Attention to Detail:  Double-checks the accuracy of information and work product ot provide accurate and consistent work.  Carefully monitors the details and quality of own and others’ work.  Expresse concern that htings be done right, thoroughly, and precisely. Execute departmental vision and strategy with the leader of the group:  This position will be responsible for supporting the departmental vision, strategy and operating goals.  Within their areas of responsibility, they are responsible for building a culture of accountability and success.  This individual will be responsible for ensuring that this vision is clearly communicated to all members of their team and it is reinforced on an ongoing basis until the department is aligned to and executes the vision. Bias for the right action is critical for success. Effectively lead department:  This individual will take an active role in building and developing a strong, results-driven team.  Will partner with HR Department to ensure the department is properly staffed and trained.  Will reinforce a positive working environment by modeling a positive leadership style, ongoing communications with the team, celebrating success and rewarding outstanding performance. Will provide leadership and management skills to build a cohesive Operations team.  This position will also take an active role in the development of the team by training, coaching and mentoring them in preparation for future growth. Performance analysis and judgement:  Analyze complex data analytics and make ongoing decisions to improve performance and maintain or exceed client expectations.  This individual will collaborate with the centralized Analytics team to develop and manage reporting to operate the department from both operational and financial perspectives.  They will need the ability to conduct ad-hoc analysis to make decisions to direct operations accordingly, and also to provide in-depth updates to client personnel. Relationship Management:  This role will participate in communications and updates with key clients; including presenting at client meetings, sharing appropriate reports, listening and understanding key client concerns etc.  They will assist in coordinating monthly status updates with the customer and be the point of contact for senior management at key customers.  They will be responsible for maintaining and developing a relationship with key customers, negotiating with customers, and resolving customer concerns with a high sense of urgency. Building Trust:  Interacts with clients and the team to inspire confidence.  Operates with integrity by being timely, open, and by keeping commitments.  Shares ideas, feelings, points of view and rationale openly with the ability to be humble and vulnerable. Financial Accountability:  This position will ensure achievement of financial goals through forecasting, budgeting, strategic planning, reporting and monitoring financial performance.  This individual will analyze business/financial data and develop innovative solutions.  They manage the department budget and ensure timely and accurate reporting and will make adjustments and updates, as necessary, to ensure financial results are achieved. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree preferred Minimum of 5-7 years of related operational experience as a regional operations leader is required, preferably in a small box retail environment. Experience successfully leading a team or department, preferably in a high growth environment Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, customers, and senior management Ability to motivate and negotiate effectively with key employees, top management, and customer to take desired action Ability to balance client needs and demands with process and integrity, and guide client and team appropriately Ability to quickly gain respect of executives and other internal/external customers Proactive, forward-thinking and passionate about Operations Ability to effectively share knowledge across competencies and mentor members of the team Strong financial acumen Addresses challenges directly in a constructive manner in order to resolve issues quickly Ability to communicate clearly and directly Strong ability to work with a variety of personality types Ability to gather insight from a variety of sources (e.g., people, documentation, outside sources) Superior written and verbal communication skills are a must Viewed as a trusted leader within the company and project teams Must welcome responsibility, challenge, and decision-making A strategic thinker who can contribute to an operations strategy while also being tactical and hands-on in the rollout of operational initiatives Domestic travel upwards of 20%     Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities, and schedule may change at any time with or without notice.   SMS Assist is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that welcomes and encourages all applicants to apply regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital or parental status, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy or other reasons prohibited by law. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.