First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators
What is a First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators?
First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators are responsible for overseeing and coordinating the activities of workers who operate various types of material-moving machines and vehicles. These professionals ensure that the operations run smoothly, efficiently, and safely. Their role encompasses managing day-to-day activities, enforcing safety protocols, and maintaining operational quality standards. They work in a variety of settings, such as construction sites, warehouses, ports, and mines, where they supervise teams that handle materials, operate forklifts and cranes, and manage load and unload operations. Through effective leadership and communication, they strive to enhance productivity by training staff, scheduling work, and troubleshooting operational issues, all while adhering to safety regulations and promoting a collaborative work environment.
Tasks
- Enforce safety rules and regulations.
- Interpret transportation or tariff regulations, shipping orders, safety regulations, or company policies and procedures for workers.
- Resolve worker problems or collaborate with employees to assist in problem resolution.
- Confer with customers, supervisors, contractors, or other personnel to exchange information or to resolve problems.
- Plan work assignments and equipment allocations to meet transportation, operations or production goals.
Technology Skills
- Enterprise resource planning ERP software
- Presentation software
- Materials requirements planning logistics and supply chain software
- Mobile location based services software
- Spreadsheet software
Tools Used
- Conveyor roller
- Ratchets
- Flatbed trailers
- Jacks
- Hand trucks or accessories
Knowledge
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Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
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Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
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Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
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English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
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Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Skills
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Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Coordination
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
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Management of Personnel Resources
Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
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Time Management
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
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Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Abilities
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Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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Oral Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
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Problem Sensitivity
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
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Written Comprehension
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
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Deductive Reasoning
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Education
How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation?
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High school diploma or equivalent
or: GED, High School Equivalency Certificate
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Some college, no degree
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Bachelor's degree
Work Activities
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Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
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Developing and Building Teams
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
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Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
Detailed Work Activities
- Direct material handling or moving activities.
- Explain regulations, policies, or procedures.
- Resolve personnel problems.
- Plan work operations.
- Resolve issues affecting transportation operations.
Work Interests
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Enterprising
Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.
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Realistic
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
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Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$39440.0 - $92140.0
New job opportunities are likely in the future. : Average
Assessment
Related assessments and tests
No assessment available.