Job Summary

Responsible for oversight of daily operations within the logistics center. Directs personnel in daily shipping, receiving, storing, and testing of inventory to and from vendors and field bases. Drives high performance work team methodology to grow team member skillset and achieve throughput and service goals.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

· Directs daily shipping and receiving of aircraft/medical inventory to and from domestic and international vendors or field base locations, to meet pre-defined due dates. Identifies and resolves related issues. Provides feedback to Logistics Manager on daily operations within Logistics Center.

· Track, communicate, and leverage performance metrics to drive effective root cause analysis and countermeasure implementation. Executes daily Gemba to ensure operational and safety standards are maintained in accordance with the Air Methods Safety management System (SMS).

· Schedules employee shifts and ensures overage for various positions within the logistics center.

· Participates in hiring and performs direct training of new employees for various positions, ensuring process and procedures are followed for daily operations.

· Interface with other departments to resolve business needs (Safety, Quality, Purchasing, Inventory, Engineering, Finance, etc.)

· Supports assigned Continuous Improvement Projects for Supply Chain

Additional Job Requirements

· Majority of time allocated to warehouse floor presence supporting operations

· Adhering to budgetary guidelines for expenses associated with freight and movement of materials within the Air Methods organization.

· Regular scheduled attendance

· Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling 10%

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises employees in the Logistics department. Carries out Supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, selecting, hiring, and training employees, planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems. For Exempt Managers: Managers that carry out these responsibilities for two or more employees will have significant input in hiring and termination decisions.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) from four-year college or university and five to eight years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three years of experience in Warehouse/Supply Chain Operations preferred

Skills

• Ability to operate a Fork Lift and pass a certification of operation test after initial OSHA training
• Ability to communicate effectively to managers, peers, or subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person
• Ability to analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems
• Ability to design and implement standardized processes supporting safe / efficient operations
• Ability to utilize data to facilitate process changes / demonstrate business case for improvement
• Must be able to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work required to interface effectively with all levels of the company; as well as external customers and regulatory agencies
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organization skills, ability to make conscious business decisions
• Dependable and self-motivated

Computer Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Experience with Ramco Aviation Software preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Forklift Certification preferred
• Hazmat Shipping Certification preferred

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)