Route Manager- Canton, Oh

Job Location Canton, OH The Route Manager is responsible for the daily operations of the facility, including but not limited to personnel, production, safety, and customer service.Day Shift: 5AM Start TimeAbout us: Kimble Company is locally owned and operated by the Kimble Family, with over 70 years of experience in the energy, materials, recycling, and solid waste industries. We are a dedicated team of seasoned professionals who care about our clients, the environment, safety, our families, and our co-workers. At Kimble we strive for perfection in everything that we do.Minimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED, some college preferredPrevious operations experience in the Trash industry3 or more years of prior management of people in a fast-paced environmentValid CDL license with attached DOT Medical Card, preferredKnowledge and Skills:The ability to convey complex directions to employeesLanguage skills include the ability to analyze and communicate effectively, including but not limited to the ability to compose concise procedures, memos, and lettersAbility to speak and listen professionally, and to work with various people from diverse backgrounds.Excellent computer skills necessary; Microsoft Excel and Word proficiency required.Use of computer-aided dispatching equipment required.Advanced scheduling and dispatch experience required.Reasoning AbilityAbility to apply common sense understanding to draft and carry out detailed instructions. Ability to identify and deal with problems involving a variety of variables in random situations, including problem-solving.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIESThe requirements listed below constitute the minimum tasks necessary to perform this position and are considered essential job duties. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.Drivers:Assign and supervise CDL drivers operating solid waste collection equipmentReview safety items such as missing logs/DVIR'sValidate and review driver Hours of Service to ensure complianceExecute random drug screens & monitor for reasonable suspicionOperations:Monitor’s progress of daily operations and reassigns employees making staff changes as necessary.Conduct field inspections and audits of all site personnel to ensure proper work procedures.Receives and reviews customer complaints regarding collections programs.Supervise dispatchers and/or dispatches drivers as needed.Oversee red tag programRouting:Work with drivers, Route Supervisors and Routing Department to optimize daily refuse and recycling routes.Make adjustments due to weather and personnel changes.Personnel:Responsible for appraisal of employee performance, ensuring that all new hires receive 6 reviews in the first 90 days and other employees receive annual and bi-annual reviewsResponsible for the rewarding and disciplinary actions of employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problemsSupervises and trains personnel as needed.Independently exercises discretion to issue discipline, suspensions, and terminations of subordinate employeesMakes hiring recommendations to managementIndependently exercises discretion in issuing rewards to subordinates for superior work performance.Prepares performance appraisals of subordinates and makes recommendations to management for bonuses and raises.Exercises discretion in assigning and transferring staff to various shifts and job assignments.Maintenance:Supply Maintenance Manager with Daily Route Matrix to ensure enough equipment dailyReview the schedule of routine repairs with Maintenance ManagerReviews DMR’s with Maintenance Manager to make sure they are completed in a timely mannerGeneral:Perform other duties as assigned by the General Manager to maintain day to day operationsSafety is a primary consideration, and all rules and regulations must be followed at all times.Must be willing to be “on-call” after hours and work as needed.Must be self-motivated, self-disciplined, and possess good communication skills.Manage, plan and implement changes to promote efficiency within the Site for profitability.Must be organizedBenefits:401(k) retirement plan with matchComprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.Employee assistance program (EAP)Health care and dependent care spending accounts (FSA)Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.Paid time offReferral programEmployee Discount ProgramSchedule: Day shift | Evening shift | Monday to Friday | Overtime | Weekends as needed Kimble Company is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, national origin, military/veteran status or genetic information.