Lead Dock Operations Supervisor

Central Transport; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

PTO

Medical/Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Job summary

Central Transport LLC is seeking an Overnight Dock Supervisor in Brooklyn, NY. The role oversees inbound dock operations at a 50-door facility, coordinating forklift traffic and palletized freight, while leading up to 40 drivers and dock staff to meet production schedules.

Ideal candidates will have experience in transportation/logistics, familiarity with customs, and strong leadership and communication skills. Associates or Bachelor's degree are preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience in transportation, cross docking, or shipping/receiving environments.
• Familiar with customs and cross-border transportation.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inbound dock operations within a 50-door freight facility.
• Load, manage forklift traffic, and oversee picking/sortation of palletized freight.
• Manage up to 40 local truck drivers and dock personnel to meet production schedules.
• Use independent judgement to build loads based on available labor and freight levels.
• Monitor cube and weight of trailers to ensure proper carrier loading.
• Provide leadership and accountability to drivers and dock workers.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Strong communication

Technology aptitude

Multi-tasking

Transportation/logistics experience

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

Central Transport LLC is seeking an Overnight Dock Supervisor in Brooklyn, NY. The role oversees inbound dock operations at a 50-door facility, coordinating forklift traffic and palletized freight, while leading up to 40 drivers and dock staff to meet production schedules.

Ideal candidates will have experience in transportation/logistics, familiarity with customs, and strong leadership and communication skills. Associates or Bachelor's degree are preferred but not required.