Senior LTL Operations Leader

CENTRAL TRANSPORT LLC; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

PTO

Medical/Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Bonus up to 10%

Job summary

Central Transport LLC in Peoria, IL is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead hub operations, manage a team of drivers and dock staff, and ensure efficient palletized freight handling.

Ideal candidate will have experience in transportation operations, a strong knowledge of LTL trucking, and proven leadership abilities including coaching and staffing. This role requires long hours, night and weekend shifts, and a commitment to safety and on-time performance.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a team, preferably in transportation operations.
• Solid understanding of the LTL trucking industry.
• Prior management, dispatch and dock experience required, preferably in LTL trucking.
• Strong leadership, hiring, coaching and mentoring skills.
• Willingness to work 50 hours per week, including nights/weekends.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hub operations for your designated section of the terminal dock.
• Manage up to 30 local LTL drivers and dock personnel to meet production schedules.
• Plan loads using available labor and freight levels.
• Ensure proper loading and trailer cube/weight.
• Provide leadership and accountability to drivers and dock staff.
• Monitor dock production and OPS KPI goals.
• Ensure safety and DOT/OSHA compliance.
• Support a culture of operating excellence.

Skills

Team management

Leadership

LTL trucking knowledge

Hiring and coaching

Communication skills

Technology affinity

Time management

Willing to work 50+ hours

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Central Transport LLC in Peoria, IL is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead hub operations, manage a team of drivers and dock staff, and ensure efficient palletized freight handling.

Ideal candidate will have experience in transportation operations, a strong knowledge of LTL trucking, and proven leadership abilities including coaching and staffing. This role requires long hours, night and weekend shifts, and a commitment to safety and on-time performance.