Freight Operations Supervisor - Lead, Schedule & Optimize

XPO Logistics, Inc.

Florissant (MO)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Life and disability insurance

Education assistance

Company incentive plan

Job summary

XPO Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Freight Operations Supervisor to lead and optimize freight operations within a dynamic logistics environment. You will supervise hourly staff, plan schedules, enforce regulatory compliance, and ensure timely, damage-free delivery of customer freight.

The role demands strong leadership, multitasking, and proactive process improvement across a fast-paced operation. The position requires 2 years of related logistics experience, knowledge of LTL and hazmat

Qualifications

2 years of related work experience in a warehouse, distribution, supply chain, transportation or similar environment.
Knowledge of the LTL industry, hazardous materials regulations and DOT rules and regulations.
Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise all aspects of freight operations.
Develop and implement strategic work procedures to meet the evolving demands of the department.
Evaluate, manage, assign and supervise workloads and tasks.
Supervise hourly staff across various operations and act as primary point of contact for workplace concerns and questions.
Ensure production goals are met by managing tonnage, payroll and other administrative functions.
Plan hourly employee schedules to meet daily operations goals and lower costs.
Enforce all company, FMCSR, OSHA, CCMTA, NSC and DOT policies, rules, regulations, and laws.
Implement all applicable workplace policies and procedures and enforce compliance to optimize network performance.
Ensure customer freight is processed, handled, loaded and delivered timely and damage free
Coach and develop employees on proper techniques and quality requirements, including conducting new hire evaluations and corrective actions.
Direct a team to consistently meet or exceed productivity goals.
Make recommendations regarding hiring, suspension and termination.
Develop and present action plans to improve load average and model compliance.
Participate in internal safety and engagement committees
Train employees on safety rules and processes
Monitor and maintain organization within the shift to ensure safety and productivity
Conduct daily staff meetings and communicate corporate messages, revisions to policies and procedures to all team members
Inspect working conditions of tools and equipment for safe operation and correct adverse conditions
Provide instruction, analyses and ideas for improvement of operations within the shift and service center
Champion XPO values and uphold high standards with the team
Minimize shipment rehandle by prioritizing direct loading and sector loading while maintaining quality standards