Dock Supervisor

The Dock Supervisor plays a key role in overseeing daily operations, ensuring safety, and driving efficiency within Old Dominion’s freight network. This position involves managing teams, utilizing innovative technology, and maintaining operational excellence in a company that has set industry standards since 1934. With a focus on growth, collaboration, and performance, this role is essential to the success of freight operations. Responsibilities Monitor and evaluate the safety of each employee on a daily basis Monitor and evaluate the safe and efficient loading and unloading process of freight throughout the shift Monitors, evaluates, and teaches employees safe lifting techniques as well as uses safe lifting as needed throughout the day Monitor and maintain housekeeping within the shift to ensure safety and productivity Manages, assigns and supervises dock employees in the area to ensure proper utilization of employees, equipment, loading and unloading while meeting OD and customer expectations Manages all dock work schedules and time off requests Closely works with the Operations Manager/Assistant SVC Manager and/or Service Center Manager to ensure alignment in meeting daily/weekly/monthly and yearly business objectives Provide analyses, suggestions and ideas for the improvement of operations within the shift, department and facility Provide positive and constructive feedback to employees on a continual basis regarding ROI, MPH, Stops per hour, return shipments, missed shipments, delivery/pick up errors, and overall productivity, etc. This also includes handling disciplinary actions needed at the discretion of the supervisor Conduct daily inspections to ensure compliance with local state, federal, .federal safety regulations, as well as OSHA compliance, and DOT compliance Ensure Compliance with local state, federal, federal safety regulations, as well as OSHA compliance, and DOT regulations Ensures that 100% of trailers are loaded correctly to ensure safe transport of freight Inspects trailers throughout the day for cleanliness and to ensure correct loading/unloading techniques are being used Operates AS400 system, BLU system, DYMS and any other computer/internal freight monitoring systems used within the company to monitor freight movement Complete forklift job training knowledge and uses a forklift as necessary within the service center Conducts daily shift meetings Make quick and informed decisions based on the volume levels and communicates schedule to affected employees Inspects working conditions of tools and equipment needed for safe operation within the area and directs the correction of any improper or adverse condition that exists Comprehends and ensures compliance with company and government regulations Works assigned shift/s as needed, must be available to work depending upon customer pick-up and delivery scheduled Qualifications High School Degree or equivalent. Some college preferred. 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 Working Shift PM Work Days and Shift are estimates and are subject to change, at any given time, based on job scheduling and/or business levels. Any information listed regarding Days and Shifts shall be considered a guideline of expectations for the specific position at the time of posting. Benefits 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). #J-18808-Ljbffr Old Dominion Freight Line