Operations Manager - Alfred H. Knight Holdings Limited : Job Details

Alfred H Knight has an opportunity for an Operations Manager to work with our team based in Gonzales, Louisiana.

This role is perfect for someone looking to develop their skills and build a long term career with a Company at the forefront of the TIC (Testing, Inspection, Certification) industry, operating within the solid fuel/solid biofuels sectors. You will spend your time learning about AHK, working within, and gaining an understanding of our Global Operations.

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.

We have honed & carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people.Click here to find out more about AHK.

To be successful at Alfred H Knight, you will need to display the following:

• Independence.The ability to take initiative and be proactive in prioritising a dynamic and diverse workload.
• Interpersonal.Confidence in forming effective working relationships with a diverse range of people, including working inclusively and as part of a team with a collaborative work ethic.
• Communication.Effective oral and written communication of ideas with an excellent command of English. You will be working with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Adaptability.The ability to multitask and respond effectively to change.
• Analytical.The ability to draw accurate and informative conclusions from detailed research without losing sight of the bigger picture. Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy and precision are key.

Required Work Experience

• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken as you will be working with external and internal stakeholders.
• An understanding of and interest in the Energy Services industry (desirable).
• Previous experience working within the Energy Services industry (desirable).
• Previous operational experience within the shipping / logistics industry (desirable).

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Level 2 Qualification or equivalent / High School Diploma or equivalent / GCSE grade 4-9, A*-C or equivalent in English Language, Maths and Science or equivalent (essential).
• Level 4, 5 and 6 Qualifications (optional).

Travel / Rotation Requirements

• Travel as required, both domestically and internationally, in accordance with business needs.
• Must have a valid passport or able to obtain a passport and visas as necessary.

• 401K.You can elect to make pre-tax contributions of between 1% to 84% of eligible earnings. The Company contributes 3% of salary per annum.
• Medical.Yourself only – fully Company funded (dependents coverage is available at the employee's cost).
• Dental.Yourself and dependents – fully Company funded.
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance.Fully Company funded.
• Life Insurance.$80,000 total (as long as you are employed by AHK).
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance.Eligible employees may purchase additional Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance. Premiums are paid through payroll deductions.
• Vision.Vision insurance is available at low cost for employees and dependents which is paid through payroll deductions.
• AFLAC.Several supplemental programs are available to employees at their own cost paid through payroll deductions.