Supervisor - Line Haul

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.; Bonner Springs (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Health Benefits

Vision & Dental

401k retirement plan

Life Insurance

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Training & growth opportunities

Job summary

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. seeks a Line Haul Supervisor to oversee freight operations, coach drivers, and ensure timely, safe deliveries. You will work with a cross-functional team, use OD’s technology to monitor shipments, and strive for on-time performance across service centers.

The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of DOT regulations, and proficiency with AS400 and related systems. A path for growth and driver development is emphasized within OD’s family culture.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2 years working operations experience, preferably in transportation.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of AS400, Microsoft Office, DYMS and BLU systems.
• Knowledge of general DOT regulations.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and supervise drivers to ensure safe and on-time performance.
• Coordinate with Operations Manager and dispatch teams to optimize lanes and docking.
• Monitor compliance with safety regulations, RPM, idle scores, and speed policies.
• Utilize OD’s technology system to track shipments and communicate with drivers.
• Prepare and review shipping manifests and freight-related forms.
• Drive continuous improvement in service center operations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Verbal & written communication

DOT regulations knowledge

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

AS400

Microsoft Office

DYMS

BLU systems

Job description

At Old Dominion, we don't just move freight—we help businesses keep their promises. As one of the nation's leading LTL carriers, we've earned our reputation by putting people first, delivering premium service, and staying true to the values that have guided us for more than 90 years. Our PROMISES values shape how we work, our family culture shapes how we treat one another, and our commitment to being the Best in the Game drives everything we do. If you're looking for more than just a job, you'll find a career built on trust, teamwork, and opportunity at OD.

As a Line Haul Supervisor at Old Dominion, you will oversee freight operations, ensuring timely, efficient, and safe delivery of customer shipments. This fast-paced role requires strong leadership, collaboration with drivers and team members, and the ability to leverage technology to drive performance excellence.

Responsibilities include mentoring drivers, optimizing operations, and achieving on-time delivery goals to enhance the overall customer experience.

Responsibilities

Monitors and evaluates the safety of each employee on a daily basis, trains on safety processes as needed Monitors multiple service center lanes to ensure freight reaches service centers in time for efficient cross docking Monitors, evaluates, and teaches safe driving habits Monitors employees to ensure service goals are met Directly manages, supervises, and assigns tasks to drivers to ensure proper utilization and development of team members while meeting customer expectations. Closely works with the Operations Manager/Assistant SC Manager, Central Dispatch, and/or Service Center Manager to ensure alignment in meeting daily/weekly/monthly and yearly business objectives. Provide instruction, analyses, suggestions and ideas for the improvement of operations within the shift, department, and facility Provides training and feedback to employees on a continual basis regarding RPM, over speed, and idle scores Constantly uses OD’s proprietary technology system permitting consistent monitoring of shipment locations and drivers as freight moves through the various terminals while communicating continuously throughout the day with associates, customers, and team members verbally and through other computer operating systems Completes the various company and government forms utilized in freight movement such as shipping manifests, freight bills, inter-terminal movement forms (ITM's) and exception forms Conducts daily inspections to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations, as well as OSHA compliance, and DOT compliance Conducts quarterly safety meetings Motivate drivers to exceed goals and maintain the 99% on time percentage Strive for continuous improvement in all areas of service center operations Operates AS400 system, BLU system, DYMS, and any other computer/internal freight monitoring systems used within the company to monitor freight movement Speak with drivers, evaluating their needs and maintaining a successful relationship Works with dock supervisors on getting trailers closed and moved on to its destination.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor’s degree preferred 2 years working operations experience preferably in the transportation industry Supervisory experience preferred Working knowledge of AS400, Microsoft Office, DYMS and BLU systems Knowledge of general DOT regulations Good verbal and written communication skills.

Working Days

Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday,Sunday

Working Shift

Overnight Work days/shifts may change based on scheduling and business needs and are provided as guidelines at the time of posting.

As a Full Time member of our Family, you and your family are eligible to receive:

• Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage
• Vision & Dental
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians
• Training and growth opportunities to build a career

We prioritize our OD family of employees Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and/or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s).

Welcome to Old Dominion.

If you are looking for a new career with the best LTL (Less-than-Truckload) carrier in the industry you’ve come to the right place. Many companies tout their family atmosphere, but at OD it truly is a reality. We’ve grown from our humble beginnings of a single truck and one route in 1934 started by Earl and Lillian Congdon to a company of over 23,000 employees. At OD we strive daily to keep the family spirit alive and help the world keep promises.