Logistics Operations Trainee - Fast-Track to Supervisor

Central Transport; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Transport invites recent graduates to join a flagship Operations Management Trainee Program designed to build future leaders in our nationwide terminal network. The 16‑week curriculum combines hands‑on training at our Corporate Office in Michigan with experiences across multiple terminals.

We are seeking December 2026 graduates for a January 2027 class. Trainees will start at a $55k base salary, with weekly expense reimbursements for meals and gas, plus hotel stays and travel covered by

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Career interest in Transportation, Supply Chain or Logistics.
• Willingness to work 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts within a 50‑hour work week; willingness to travel and relocate with company assistance.

Responsibilities

• Engage in all aspects of the structured training program and learn linehaul, city dispatch, inbound, outbound and HUB operations.
• Develop knowledge to plan daily utilization of resources for a consistent and efficient operation.
• Learn on-the-job safety practices for safe handling and loading of hazardous materials.
• Understand the company operational model, policies and procedures.
• Complete department knowledge indicators and contribute to process changes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Job description

Central Transport invites recent graduates to join a flagship Operations Management Trainee Program designed to build future leaders in our nationwide terminal network. The 16‑week curriculum combines hands‑on training at our Corporate Office in Michigan with experiences across multiple terminals.

We are seeking December 2026 graduates for a January 2027 class. Trainees will start at a $55k base salary, with weekly expense reimbursements for meals and gas, plus hotel stays and travel covered by