Inbound Operations Supervisor - LTL & Dock Leadership

Central Transport; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Job summary

Central Transport is seeking a capable Terminal Operations Supervisor to oversee inbound operations at the Lincoln, RI location. You will manage loading, forklift traffic, and unloading of palletized freight while guiding a team of drivers and dock staff to achieve production goals.

The ideal candidate has transportation/shipping experience with strong leadership, excellent communication, and a high aptitude for technology.

Qualifications

• Experience in transportation/shipping environment, preferably LTL.
• Strong leadership qualities and ability to manage a team.
• High aptitude for technology and willingness to learn new systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inbound operations for the designated terminal dock section.
• Manage loading, forklift traffic, and unloading of palletized freight.
• Supervise up to 15 local LTL drivers and dock personnel to meet production schedules.
• Ensure proper carrier loading by monitoring cube and trailer weight.
• Provide leadership and accountability to drivers, dock workers and dock hands.
• Monitor dock production and KPI goals, hours, overtime, and safety compliance.

Skills

Transportation experience

Leadership

Customer service

Technology aptitude

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Central Transport is seeking a capable Terminal Operations Supervisor to oversee inbound operations at the Lincoln, RI location. You will manage loading, forklift traffic, and unloading of palletized freight while guiding a team of drivers and dock staff to achieve production goals.

The ideal candidate has transportation/shipping experience with strong leadership, excellent communication, and a high aptitude for technology.