Senior Cartage & Cross-Dock Operations Leader

Watchpoint Logistics, Inc.; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k + 4% Company Match

Vacation, Sick Pay + Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

Watchpoint Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Cartage/Cross Dock Operations Manager to lead local cartage, inbound/outbound transportation, receiving, storage, and order fulfillment. You will develop processes, training, and metrics to maximize efficiency and safety.

The role oversees a fleet, ensures DOT compliance, and drives improvements across dispatch, warehousing, and KPI tracking. Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in related roles are required; compensation ranges from $100,000 to $125,000

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 5+ years of progressive warehouse and transportation experience.
• Experience ensuring DOT/OSHA/Hazmat compliance and safety.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop teams in dynamic environments.
• Strongproblem-solving and process-improvement mindset.
• Proven track record in vendor and asset management.

Responsibilities

• Direct a fleet of tractors, trailers, and straight trucks, ensuring asset maintenance and DOT compliance.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (US DOT, OSHA, 49CFR, Hazmat).
• Lead driver safety training, incident reporting, and Hours of Service compliance.
• Recruit and train qualified drivers; review performance and safety metrics.
• Maintain records and reports including fleet lists, training, and safety documentation.
• Collaborate with sales to maintain customer billing profiles and assist in carrier negotiations.

Skills

Fleet management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Operations management

Samsara experience

Driver safety training

Education

Bachelor's degree in logistics or related field

Tools

MS Office

Warehouse Management Systems

Samsara

DataQs

Job description

Watchpoint Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Cartage/Cross Dock Operations Manager to lead local cartage, inbound/outbound transportation, receiving, storage, and order fulfillment. You will develop processes, training, and metrics to maximize efficiency and safety.

The role oversees a fleet, ensures DOT compliance, and drives improvements across dispatch, warehousing, and KPI tracking. Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in related roles are required; compensation ranges from $100,000 to $125,000