Yard Operations Manager - Lead LTL Dock Team

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Transport is seeking a capable operations professional to oversee outbound terminal dock activities in a busy LTL environment. You will direct loading, forklift traffic, and palletized freight sorting while guiding up to 30 local drivers and dock staff to meet production goals.

Ideal candidates bring transportation experience, strong leadership, and a high aptitude for technology; familiarity with cross-border transport is a plus. A degree is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience in transportation, cross-docking, or shipping/receiving.
• Familiar with customs and cross-border transportation.
• Strong leadership qualities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee outbound operations for your designated section of the terminal dock.
• This includes loading, managing forklift traffic, and overseeing proper picking/sortation of palletized freight.
• Manage up to 30 local LTL drivers and dock personnel to achieve a designated production schedule.
• Utilize independent judgment to build loads based on available labor and freight levels.
• Ensure proper load of carriers by monitoring cube and weight of trailers.
• Provide leadership and accountability to a team of drivers, dock workers and dock hand.
• Monitor dock production and ensure KPI goals are met or exceeded.
• Monitor hours and overtime and maintain a safe work environment in compliance with DOT/OSHA standards.

Skills

Transportation experience

Cross docking

Shipping & receiving

Leadership

Technology aptitude

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Central Transport is seeking a capable operations professional to oversee outbound terminal dock activities in a busy LTL environment. You will direct loading, forklift traffic, and palletized freight sorting while guiding up to 30 local drivers and dock staff to meet production goals.

Ideal candidates bring transportation experience, strong leadership, and a high aptitude for technology; familiarity with cross-border transport is a plus. A degree is preferred but not required.