Lead Dock Worker: Drive Freight Flow & Team Success

Old Dominion Freight Line; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dominion Freight Line in Edison, NJ is seeking a Lead Dock Worker to support the dock supervisor and keep freight moving smoothly. You will lead on the dock, ensure proper loading, supervise trailer prep, and coordinate with teammates to maximize efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring proven dock experience, strong multitasking, and clear communication. This full-time role offers a fast-paced environment and opportunities to grow within a national logistics leader.

Qualifications

• Must have working knowledge of safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures.
• Must have working knowledge of procedures surrounding all aspects of freight transportation.
• Must have knowledge of different loading techniques such as loading tight and cross loading.
• Familiarity with, and in some cases ability, to complete the various forms utilized in freight movement such as shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports and exception forms.
• Ability to utilize the Dock Yard Management System permitting consistent monitoring of shipment locations as freight moves through the various terminals.
• Must be available for work at all times in order to meet demands.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines.
• Transport freight throughout the service center on non-forgiving surfaces.
• Utilize Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.
• Read and interpret shipping labels and forms.
• Hand load, rewrap or stack freight as necessary.
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, rope.
• Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced and deadline oriented.
• Assist with coordinating freight, information, and people to optimize efficiency.
• Coordinates with the supervisor to promote and run a productive shift.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safe lifting

Loading techniques

Shipping documents

Dock Yard System

Team coordination

Communication

Shift coordination

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Dock Yard Management System (DYMS)

Job description

Old Dominion Freight Line in Edison, NJ is seeking a Lead Dock Worker to support the dock supervisor and keep freight moving smoothly. You will lead on the dock, ensure proper loading, supervise trailer prep, and coordinate with teammates to maximize efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring proven dock experience, strong multitasking, and clear communication. This full-time role offers a fast-paced environment and opportunities to grow within a national logistics leader.