Operations Lead jobs in Knoxville, TN

The Operations Lead supports the activities of the operations department. Manages and trains a team of operations clerks. Being an Operations Lead requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Oversees the daily department production activity and facilitates departmental workflow. In addition, Operations Lead typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Operations Lead supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. Working as an Operations Lead typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Automotive Lead Technician
  • TX06 Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC.
  • Maryville, TN FULL_TIME
  • Company Overview Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of Bridgestone Americas and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. BSRO operates more than 2,200 company-owned stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus and Wheel Works locations. With locations across North America and more than $3 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career. Whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality.” We start by offering each teammate more than just competitive pay. We provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build towards your future. We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole self to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you’re made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need. Job Category Retail Position Summary Diagnoses, services and repairs automotive systems Responsibilities Customer and Vehicle Service (85%) Personally road tests automobiles (both before and after service work is performed) Performs inspections on assigned vehicles following BSRO procedures (according to M.A.P. Guidelines) to reports findings to service management Assists and instructs other technicians in performing diagnostic and repair activities Adequately explains mechanical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals which may include teammates and Bosses on an as-required basis Performs advanced and complex tasks for which they are qualified in one or more of the following areas: brakes, electrical, engine performance, engine repair, heating/air conditioning, suspension/steering, automatic transmissions/transaxles and manual drivetrains and axles Keeps store management aware of service area mechanical repair problems as they occur Performs other duties as assigned or as required for the orderly management of the store, such as: removing mounting and/or installing tires, shock absorbers, batteries and other automotive supplies and services; loading and unloading trucks requiring the movement of items weighting up to 100 lbs. Drives Boss or company vehicles to drop off and pick-up Bosses or automotive parts Practices proficiency in the application of BSRO methods, standards and procedures Continuously learns new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions in order to stay or become proficient in automotive diagnosis and repair Maintains A.S.E. certifications and air conditioning certifications as necessary Maintains state inspection licenses as necessary BSRO certifications completed and current Follows all BSRO applicable BSRO Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Policies Miscellaneous Functions (15%) Maintains service center standards of cleanliness, orderliness and appearance of space and equipment in the service department. Reviews maintenance/operating efficiency of tools and store equipment, i.e. engine diagnostic equipment, alignment machines, brake lathes, etc. If needed, the store will contact the qualified repair vendor to perform the maintenance. Complies with company safety policy and federal/state OSHA safety requirements which include, but is not limited to, the wearing of approved eye protection, proper lifting techniques, proper wheel torqueing, proper footwear, etc. Attends meetings as required by management. Helps to provide on-the-job training for newly employed VSTs. Other duties as assigned by Store Manager, Service Manager and/or Manager of Vehicle Services PHYSICAL DEMANDS Store Deliveries Tire deliveries contain between 90 & 400 tires 1 time per week depending on the retail location Storage racks are between (4in. & 106in.) Stack tires on carts between (1in. & 72in.) to take to storage. Then place in storage racks Roll tires to storage and place in storage racks Roll tires to storage and place on a conveyor between (18in. & 43in.) then into racks Roll tires to storage and place into stacks. Tires weigh between (11 lbs. & 66 lbs.) Majority of tires weight between (18 lbs. & 27 lbs.) Pushing or pulling tires into or out of tight racks requires (15 to 55 lbs.) of force Tire Service Perform 0 to 3 flat repairs per day Mount and balance 4 to 28 tires per day Rotate wheels on 1 to 7 vehicles per day Pull new tires for customers weighing between (11 lbs. & 72 lbs.) Average car tire weighs (27 lbs.), Average truck/SUV tire weighs (35 lbs.), Average Off Road Truck tire weighs (44.5 lbs.) Tire racks are between (4in. & 106in.) with ladders and step ladders available depending on the store Wheels weigh between (5 & 42 lbs.) with an average of (20.6 lbs.) Place wheels and tires on mounting machines between (28in. & 31in.) Place wheels on balancer between (27in. & 29in.) Tire mounting handles are between (19in. & 64in.) Use foot controls to remove and mount tires Tire repair stand are between (36in. & 39in.) Pulling back the tire bar to hook onto the mounting machine requires (20 to 35 lbs.) of force Pulling the valve stem with a tool requires (1 to 15 lbs.) of force Wing nut for balancer weighs (4 lbs.) Air impact wrench/torque gun weighs (6 to 8 lbs.) Pushing down on torque bars requires (40 to 80 lbs.) of force. Body weight can be used to offset the force needed. Air hoses hang between (72in. & 80in.) Oil Changes Oil changes can take between (35 min. & 1 hour) Opening and closing hoods requires (3 to 6 lbs.) of force Pulling oil hose to vehicles requires (4 to 13 lbs.) of force Oil hoses hang between (66in. & 80in.) Maneuvering oil carts requires (4 to 15 lbs.) of force Pulling out floor jack arms from under the vehicle requires (3 to 20 lbs.) of force Adjusting arm length requires (3 to 22 lbs.) of force Maneuvering rack arms from the sides of the vehicles requires (3 to 22 lbs.) of force and are typically moved with feet Oil filters are stored between (4in. & 61in.) Individual quarts of oil weigh (1.5 to 2 lbs.) Oil filters weigh less then (5 lbs.) Alignments Perform between 2 & 10 alignments per day Sliding vehicle plates requires up to (20 lbs.) of force Alignment remote weighs (4.5 lbs.) Sliding alignment jacks requires (10 to 55 lbs.) of force Alignment computer keyboard is between (44in. & 47in.) Alignment reflectors are between (22in. & 60in.) Alignment reflectors weigh between (10 & 16 lbs.) Alignment break arm weighs (1.5 lb.) Step onto and off of alignment rack to access steering wheel, key and to set the parking in the vehicle Use hand tools to make adjustments under the vehicle All adjustments are performed overhead while vehicle is on the rack Fluid Service Fluid services can take up to 1 hour Perform 1 to 5 fluid services per day Fill transmission machine with 7 to 11 quarts of fluid Fill coolant with up to 2 gallons weighing (9 lbs.) each Old jugs of coolant can weigh up to (30 to 35 lbs.) Opening and closing hoods requires (3 to 6 lbs.) of force. Use hand tools for fluid services Pulling out floor jack arms from under the vehicle requires (3 to 20 lbs.) of force Adjusting arm length requires (3 to 22 lbs.) of force Maneuvering rack arms from the sides of the vehicles requires (3 to 22 lbs.) of force and are typically moved with feet Supplies are between (4in. & 112in.) with a ladder available Perform overhead work under the vehicle Maneuvering oil carts requires (4 to 15 lbs.) of force Maneuvering coolant cart requires (4 to 20 lbs.) of force Brake Service Perform 0 to 2 brake fluid exchanges per day Perform 0 to 2 brake pad changes per day Perform 0 to 2 rotor services per day Brake services can take between 1 & 2 hours per axle Pulling out floor jack arms from under the vehicle requires (3 to 20 lbs.) of force Adjusting arm length requires (3 to 22 lbs.) of force Maneuvering rack arms from the sides of the vehicles requires (3 to 22 lbs.) of force and are typically moved with feet Air impact wrench/torque gun weighs (6 to 8 lbs.) Pushing down on torque bars requires (40 to 80 lbs.) of force. Body weight can be used to offset the force needed Supplies are between (4in. & 112in.) with a ladder available Hanging lights are between (76in. & 80in.) Place rotors on the lathe between (39in. & 44in.) Lathe controls are between (34in. & 40in.) Total weight of wheels and tires together weigh an average of (30 to 55 lbs.) and can go up to (114 lbs.) Calipers weigh between (5 & 12 lbs.) Box of new rotors weigh between (5 & 42 lbs.) Brake pads weigh between (1 & 5 lbs.) Brake fluid vacuum device weighs up to (11 lbs.) Air Conditioning Inspection Performing air conditioning inspections takes 15 to 30 min. Removing and replacing parts can take up to 2 hours Use hand tools to remove or replace parts Maneuvering air conditioning cart requires between (4 & 20 lbs.) Opening and closing hoods requires (3 to 6 lbs.) of force Electrical Inspection Perform diagnostic work for 1 to 3 vehicles per day Replace parts as needed Use hand tools to remove and replace parts Complexity of work depends on experience Miscellaneous Opening doors requires (20 to 45 lbs.) of lifting force Closing doors requires (20 to 80 lbs.) of pulling force without the use of body weight Drive Boss vehicles Batteries are on racks between (3in. & 48in.) weighing between (27 & 49 lbs.) Supplies are between (5in. & 112in.) with ladders and step ladders available depending on the store Supplies weigh between (1 & 42 lbs.) WORK ENVIRONMENT Cold work environment in the winter with a cold cement floor Hot work environment in the summer Oil and other slippery substances on the floor at times Exposure to a variety of chemicals used in cleaning, lubrication, etc. Use hand, power and air tools to perform repairs Minimum Qualifications Reading, writing and math skills Must have a valid automobile driver’s license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles Must have a minimum 5 years of automotive repair experience, completion of Vocational-Technical School program in a related field or demonstrated skills via third party certificates/assessment A.S.E certification in at least 5 (five) of A1-A8 is preferred. Will accept equivalent external qualifications or training certifications. (New Hires with external similar qualification/certification will have up to 2 years of employment to comply.)Maintains Federal, State and Local certification/license where applicable Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Employment Eligibility If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment. Based in Nashville Tennessee, Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, the world’s largest tire and rubber company. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand tires to address the needs of a broad range of customers, including consumers, automotive and commercial vehicle original equipment manufacturers, and those in the agricultural, forestry and mining industries. The companies are also engaged in retreading operations throughout the Western Hemisphere and produce air springs, roofing materials, and industrial fibers and textiles. The Bridgestone Americas family of companies also operates the world’s largest chain of automotive tire and service centers. Guided by its global corporate social responsibility (CSR), commitment Our Way to Serve, Bridgestone embraces its responsibility as a global leader by striving to improve the way people move, live, work and play.
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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,987 per week
  • Lead Health
  • Newport, TN FULL_TIME
  • Lead Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Newport, Tennessee.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Med SurgDiscipline: RNStart Date: 03/25/2024Duration: 12 weeks...
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Branch Operations Lead
  • Advance Auto Parts
  • Knoxville, TN FULL_TIME
  • Job DescriptionWORLDPAC Branch Operations Lead Essential Duties:The Branch Operations Lead assists Branch Operations Management in leading daily warehouse operations.Essential Duties and Responsibilit...
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Site Operations Lead
  • Venu+
  • Pigeon, TN TEMPORARY
  • WHAT WE DO VENU is the global leader in turn-key revenue-share outsourced services, with a focus on guest mobility, storage, experiential souvenirs and entertainment solutions for high-traffic retail,...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Full Time Operations Lead - Knoxville
  • Palmetto Moon
  • Knoxville, TN FULL_TIME
  • Job Details Job Location: Knoxville 023 - Knoxville, TN Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: Undisclosed DescriptionPalmetto moon is a rapidly growing specialty apparel, accessories, home and gifts ...
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Customer Account Rep-R00020
  • S_Operations
  • Knoxville, TN FULL_TIME
  • Rent A Center Ready to do your best work? Interested in a minimum starting hourly rate of $16.50? Why should you apply in just a few clicks? Paid Time Off and Sundays Off -- We are Closed! Full-Time E...
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General Labor Warehouse
  • Manpower
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Our client in storage and information management company is seeking a General Labor to join their team. As a General Lab...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Site Operations Lead
  • VENU+
  • Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Job Description Job Description WHAT WE DO VENU+ is the global leader in turn-key revenue-share outsourced services, wit...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Parts Driver
  • AutoNation, Inc.
  • Knoxville, TN
  • AutoNation Honda West Knoxville Position Overview The Wholesale Parts Driver delivers and picks up parts and equipment f...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Operations Associate
  • Dick's Sporting Goods
  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • At DICK'S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical r...
  • 3/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Feeder Dispatch Supervisor
  • UNITED PARCEL SERVICE
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Before you apply to a job, select your language preference from the options available at the top right of this page. Exp...
  • 3/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Class A Cdl Driver
  • Aerotek
  • Knoxville, TN
  • **A family owned, civil construction company based in Knoxville, Tennessee is seeking** **a lowboy driver to join to joi...
  • 3/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Patient Service Specialist
  • Select Physical Therapy
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Overview: When patients enter our center in Knoxville, we want them to have an exceptional experience starting at the fr...
  • 3/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Vaccum Truck Route Driver
  • Clean Harbors
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Safety-Kleen is seeking a Class B Vacuum Truck Route Driver (Vacuum Sales and Service Representative) to manage a route ...
  • 2/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

Knoxville is a city in the U.S. state of Tennessee, and the county seat of Knox County. The city had an estimated population of 186,239 in 2016 and a population of 178,874 as of the 2010 census, making it the state's third largest city after Nashville and Memphis. Knoxville is the principal city of the Knoxville Metropolitan Statistical Area, which, in 2016, was 868,546, up 0.9 percent, or 7,377 people, from to 2015. The KMSA is, in turn, the central component of the Knoxville-Sevierville-La Follette Combined Statistical Area, which, in 2013, had a population of 1,096,961. First settled in 178...
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Income Estimation for Operations Lead jobs
$32,731 to $43,464
Knoxville, Tennessee area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago