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Supervisor, Freight Operations

XPO

Swaledale, IA
24 days ago

Job Description

Join XPO as a Freight Operations Supervisor, where you'll lead freight operations, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with regulations. This role offers a dynamic work environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise all aspects of freight operations
  • Develop and implement strategic work procedures
  • Evaluate, manage, assign and supervise workloads
  • Supervise hourly staff and act as primary point of contact for workplace concerns
  • Ensure production goals are met by managing tonnage and payroll
  • Plan employee schedules to meet operations goals
  • Enforce compliance with company and regulatory policies
  • Coach and develop employees on proper techniques and quality requirements
  • Train employees on safety rules and processes
  • Conduct daily staff meetings and communicate corporate messages

Required Qualifications

  • 2 years of related work experience in warehouse, distribution, supply chain, transportation or similar environment
  • Knowledge of the Less-than-Truckload (LTL) industry
  • Knowledge of hazardous materials regulations and DOT rules
  • Availability to work various shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Distribution or Logistics
  • 4 years of related work or military experience
  • 2 years of supervisory experience
  • Positive attitude with ability to multitask and motivate team
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and administrative skills

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation packageFull health insurance benefits available on day oneLife and disability insuranceEarn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year9 paid company holidays401(k) option with company matchEducation assistanceOpportunity to participate in a company incentive plan