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First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operator

Operational-level

Also known as: Building Materials Supervisor, Bus Dispatcher Supervisor, Bus Driver Supervisor, Cab Dispatcher Supervisor

Automotive, Aviation, & MaritimeBachelor's Degree

Job Description

As a First-Line Supervisor of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators, you directly lead and coordinate teams responsible for operating machinery and vehicles that transport goods. You spend your days communicating with co-workers and teams, often face-to-face, via email, and by phone. This role involves critical thinking and monitoring to ensure smooth operations. It suits you if you enjoy leading a team, solving problems, and possess strong active listening and speaking skills.
Material HandlingLogisticsSupply Chain OperationsFleet ManagementSupervisionOperations ManagementTransportation ManagementAutomotive

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.

Hot technologies
Microsoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordSAP software
In-demand software
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookSAP softwareWarehouse management system WMS

Work Environment

How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.

Email & digital communication
High
Working in a team
High
Contact with others
High
Freedom to make decisions
High
Time pressure
High
Time spent sitting
Moderate
Working outdoors
High
Indoor, climate-controlled
Moderate
Dealing with customers
High
Level of competition
High

Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)

Future Perspective

Stable Job Market

The outlook for this career is stable through 2035. With experience, you can advance into roles such as Logistics Operations Manager or Warehouse Manager. You might also choose to specialize in areas like Industrial Safety Coordination, applying your leadership skills in a new context.

Career ladder

Often before this role

  • Forklift Operator
  • Material Handling Machine Operator
  • Warehouse Worker

Where it can lead

  • Logistics Operations Manager
  • Warehouse Manager
  • Industrial Safety Coordinator

Impact of AI on this Job

AI will enhance this role by providing predictive maintenance schedules for machinery, optimizing logistics routes, and automating some data collection tasks. Supervisors can leverage AI-powered tools for better resource allocation, safety monitoring, and performance analysis, shifting their focus towards strategic oversight and complex problem-solving. This will streamline operations and improve decision-making.

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Salary

$43,323 - $86,646 per year

Estimated for US-wide average

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum educational requirement for this position

Relevant Studies

Based on job level & field

Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management

Bachelor • Business & Economics • 4 years

Operations Management

Bachelor • Business & Economics • 4 years

Parts, Warehousing, and Inventory Management Operations

Bachelor • Business & Economics • 4 years

Transportation/Mobility Management

Bachelor • Business & Economics • 4 years

Forklift Operation/Operator

Bachelor • Social Sciences • 4 years

Facility Services

Vocational • Business & Economics • 2 years

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