Management Trainee(Onsite: Dallas or Houston, Tx)

Old Dominion Freight Line; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork! As a Management Trainee, you will receive hands-on training across various operational areas, preparing you for a supervisory role. This dynamic position emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency, allowing you to make impactful decisions while fostering a collaborative work environment. Enjoy comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) plan with company match, and opportunities for career advancement. If you're ready to grow with a leader in the transportation industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for training and career growth

Wellness programs

Advancement through promote-from-within philosophy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for the position.
• Proficiency in computer software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Complete shift manager's training with an experienced manager.
• Participate in the Old Dominion Truck Driving Training program.

Skills

Computer Proficiency (WORD, EXCEL)

Communication Skills

Management Skills

Safety Awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

AS400

Workday

Job description

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment? Then Old Dominion is the home for you. We take pride in being the best in the industry, and from our humble beginnings, we know that our People and our Family Spirit are the main ingredients in our secret sauce to success. At Old Dominion, we are looking for individuals to join the OD Family who will provide innovative solutions and exceed expectations to keep OD the premier transportation solutions provider.

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is currently recruiting Management Trainees who will receive hands-on training in all wage and salaried jobs to learn to manage a shift or an operational area in a service center. Once hands-on training is completed in each area, the trainee will fill in as a supervisor on various shifts and departments. The trainee will learn to manage a shift while emphasizing safety, quality, efficiency, service, and delivery. The trainee will also complete assignments while being assessed through knowledge indicators, writing papers, viewing management videos, and recommending process improvements on operating procedures. Participants will engage in the Old Dominion Truck Driving Training program to obtain a CDL license, participate in forklift training, and attend management and leadership training courses as scheduled.

Responsibilities

1. Complete shift manager’s training as an understudy with an experienced manager or supervisor.
2. Complete forklift job training, knowledge, and production exercises on all jobs within the service center.
3. Participate in the ODTDT (Old Dominion Truck Driving Training) program to obtain a CDL license.
4. Fill in as a supervisor on various shifts and departments.
5. Complete department/area knowledge indicators and develop new indicators, as well as process and procedure changes.
6. Operate in AS400 to move freight as needed throughout the system and maintain records of efficiency, quality, cost, hot loads, missed loads, etc.
7. Use Workday to update payroll and employee information as needed.
8. Write and submit monthly activity reports.
9. Assign work to employees according to the daily schedule.
10. Make quick and informed decisions based on volume levels and communicate schedules to affected employees.
11. Inspect working conditions of tools and equipment for safety and direct corrections as needed.
12. Travel approximately 15% to other service centers to learn operations and supervise in different environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Proficiency in computer/PC software (WORD, EXCEL); AS400 background is helpful.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Solid work history (if applicable).
• Professional appearance.
• Willingness to relocate upon completion of the trainee program.

Compensation Range:

The salary range listed is based on the company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, experience, market conditions, education, and skills.

($62,400 - $65,520)

Working Days and Shift:

Shift and hours are to be determined and may change based on scheduling and business needs. These details are guidelines at the time of posting.

Join the OD Family Today!

As a full-time employee, you and your family are eligible for:

• Comprehensive health benefits, including a zero-premium medical plan for employees.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Flex Spending Accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and discretionary contributions.
• Life insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians.
• Opportunities for training and career growth.
• Advancement through our promote-from-within philosophy.
• Opportunities at over 250 service centers nationwide.

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.