Operations Supervisor – Freight & Safety Lead (Bonus Potential)

FedEx Freight; Town of Montgomery (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Bonus potential

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a talented supervisor to lead warehouse teams and ensure on-time, damage-free shipments. You will oversee daily operations, safety, and performance metrics while coaching staff for retention and growth.

You'll coordinate with service centers, monitor workloads, and drive cost reductions without compromising service quality. Strong knowledge of LTL, DOT rules, and OSHA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of LTL industry, DOT rules, OSHA regulations, and tariff rules preferred.
• Ability to travel as needed; capable of independent and team work; multi-tasking and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, educate and develop employees with focus on retention and growth.
• Supervise and direct work to ensure quality, safety and timely deliveries.
• Monitor safety and provide corrective actions; address unsafe acts/conditions.
• Plan daily manpower needs and schedules to ensure timely freight delivery and pickup.
• Communicate assignments clearly; monitor service freight and cut-time compliance.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities while maintaining safety standards.
• Assist customers with rate quotes, claims information and appointments.
• Collect and report performance data; build relationships with business partners.
• Ensure OS&D is properly identified and processed.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Safety compliance

Communication

Logistics knowledge

Microsoft Office

Team coaching

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

FedEx Freight is seeking a talented supervisor to lead warehouse teams and ensure on-time, damage-free shipments. You will oversee daily operations, safety, and performance metrics while coaching staff for retention and growth.

You'll coordinate with service centers, monitor workloads, and drive cost reductions without compromising service quality. Strong knowledge of LTL, DOT rules, and OSHA is preferred.