Dock Supervisor

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia Motor Freight Line LLC seeks a supervisor to oversee terminal operations, including sorting, handling, loading, and unloading freight. You will manage daily dockworker activities and ensure compliance with company policies and government regulations.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy in shipments, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays according to operational demands. Saia offers competitive compensation and benefits, with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend English for operations and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dock operations for terminal staff.
• Direct and evaluate dockworkers on equipment use and procedures.
• Conduct daily inspections to ensure DOT and policy compliance.
• Train dockworkers on safety, performance, and customer service.
• Review reports and recommend terminal efficiency improvements.
• Promote a safe, clean, and organized dock environment.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Safety procedures

DOT regulations

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Ready To Go Further? Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You‘ll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You‘ll feel it in the support you get on day one – from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity – from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it’s exactly what going further is all about.

Position Summary

Supervises terminal operations, including sorting, handling, loading, and unloading freight. Manages daily dockworker activities and ensures compliance with company policies and government regulations.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Oversees safe and efficient dock operations for all terminal staff.
• Directs and evaluates dockworkers to ensure proper use of equipment and adherence to procedures.
• Conducts daily inspections to maintain compliance with company policies, Department of Transportation standards, and other regulatory requirements.
• Trains and coaches dockworkers on safety practices, operational performance, customer service, and equipment usage.
• Reviews operational reports and provides recommendations to improve terminal efficiency and service.
• Promotes and enforces a safe, clean, and organized dock environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language in order to perform the various tasks of the job, including but not limited to: converse with co-workers and members of the general public; understand oral and written instructions as well as governmental regulations; respond to questions and inquiries from management and government representatives; and accurately complete various shipping documents, reports and records required of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack experience.
• Prior supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and safety procedures.
• Forklift certification or hazmat training.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in verifying shipments.

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoops, and lift throughout the shift. Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying freight up to 100 pounds; team lift or mechanical assistance required for heavier items. Regular use of hands and arms for handling freight, operating pallet jacks, and securing loads. Ability to climb on and off forklifts, trailers, and dock platforms safely. Adequate vision and hearing (with or without correction) to operate equipment, read labels, and follow safety signals. Ability to work in varying temperatures and weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow due to dock and yard exposure. Ability to work varying schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on operational demands.

Benefits

• A job with Saia is packed with opportunity – from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits.
• We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed.

Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

With headquarters in Georgia, Saia LTL Freight operates across the U.S. and employs thousands of people nationwide. Through our network of partners, we serve the balance of the U.S. including Alaska and Hawaii, plus Puerto Rico, Canada and Mexico. Through our three operating service groups-Saia LTL, LinkEx, and Saia Logistics Services-we provide complete transportation and logistics solutions. As a company, Saia is dedicated to providing every employee the opportunity and environment to continue to grow and contribute, individually and as part of a team.