Logistics Operations Lead

Forward Air Corporation; Bloomington (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Air Corporation seeks an Operations Supervisor to lead day-to-day multimodal transportation and logistics activities, ensuring safe, accurate execution and continuous improvement.

This on-site role oversees frontline teams, enforces SOPs, coordinates labor, and collaborates with cross-functional groups to meet service, quality, safety, and customer commitments on a 12-hour shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; Associate degree preferred.
• Valid forklift certification prior to operating equipment.
• 3+ years in warehouse/distribution or related operations with supervisory experience.
• Ability to lead frontline teams in fast-paced environments.
• Proficient with Windows/Office 365 and common reporting tools.
• On-site work in a non-climate-controlled setting; occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operational activities across logistics workflows.
• Coordinate and prioritize work assignments to meet service, quality, safety, and productivity targets.
• Ensure inventory, freight, or equipment is handled safely and on time.
• Monitor workflow, labor allocation, and equipment usage for efficient execution.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, regulatory, and SOPs.
• Lead safety observations and support safety initiatives.
• Support audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

English communication

Leadership

Lean Six Sigma familiarity

Operational planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

WMS

TMS

ERP

Reporting tools

Job description

Forward Air Corporation seeks an Operations Supervisor to lead day-to-day multimodal transportation and logistics activities, ensuring safe, accurate execution and continuous improvement.

This on-site role oversees frontline teams, enforces SOPs, coordinates labor, and collaborates with cross-functional groups to meet service, quality, safety, and customer commitments on a 12-hour shift.