About Us

Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’ largest network of experts, Freeman’s insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 97-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.

Summary

It is the responsibility of the Supervisor Safety Field Operations to lead, supervise and support the safety field operations team at show site and in the Branch Office while keeping job costs at the lowest possible level and maintaining quality and safety standards. Professionally interacts with customers, team members, and third-party vendor/partner relationships to provide the highest level of customer service.

This position will support our Event & Exhibit Services team. The position follows an in-person schedule working full-time in-office and/or show-site based out of Chicago, IL.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Directly supervise team members.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies and applicable laws.
Train team members, appraise performance, reward and discipline team members.
Participate in the hiring and firing decisions as required.
Address complaints and resolve problems with team members.
Study production schedules, estimate worker hour requirements for completion of job assignment, and assign standby labor, as necessary.
Work with account executive to be sure their needs are met.
Schedule area foreman and place labor calls.
Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of department or crew.
Lead team members in maintaining high morale and work standards and build teamwork among the department.
Maintain time and production records.
Estimate, requisition, and inspect all job-related materials.
Confer with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.
Perform activities of workers supervised as needed.
Prepare workforce requirements and always ensure adequate coverage.
Schedule move-in and move-out time to eliminate as much overtime as possible.
Ensure staff complies with company policies and adhere to all safety guidelines.
Maintain communication with the Director and advise of any problems that may affect their operation.
Prepare initial accident reports in accordance with the Risk Management Manual.
Ensure equipment is well maintained and that housekeeping meets company standards.
Submit final paperwork to the Director including reports on team member performance.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum two (2) years supervisory experience.

Travel Requirements

Travel up to 25%

What We Offer

Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Life, Accident and Disability
Retirement with Company Match
Paid Time Off

Diversity Commitment

At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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