Supervise staff during various inbound, city and/or outbound freight operations. 2 years of related work experience in a warehouse, distribution, supply chain, transportation or similar environment. Knowledge of the Less-than-Truckload (LTL) industry, hazardous materials regulations and DOT rules and regulations. Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Distribution or Logistics, or 4 years of related work or military experience. Walk and stand for extended periods of time on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery

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Solutions driven success. XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.  As the Supervisor, Freight Operations, we’ll count on you to inspire your team to continuously raise the bar, while taking responsibility for all day-to-day operational responsibilities. As a member of our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career that will exceed your expectations.  Pay, benefits and more. We’re eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability, and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.  What you’ll do on a typical day: <ul><li>Supervise staff during various inbound, city and/or outbound freight operations </li><li>Ensure production goals are met by managing tonnage, payroll, and other administrative functions </li><li>Plan hourly employee schedules to meet daily operations goals </li><li>Enforce all company, FMCSR, OSHA and DOT policies, rules, regulations, and laws </li><li>Coach, train and develop employees in a manner consistent with company policies </li><li>Act as a champion of our values, demonstrating them and holding your team to the same high standards </li></ul>What you need to succeed at XPO:  At a minimum, you’ll need: <ul><li>2 years of related work experience in a warehouse, distribution, supply chain, transportation or similar environment</li><li>Knowledge of the Less-than-Truckload (LTL) industry, hazardous materials regulations and DOT rules and regulations </li><li>Availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends</li></ul>It’d be great if you also have: <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Distribution or Logistics, or 4 years of related work or military experience</li><li>2 years of supervisory experience</li><li>LTL industry experience </li><li>Positive attitude with the ability to multitask and motivate your team</li><li>Exceptional leadership, communication, and administrative skills </li></ul>This job requires the ability to:<ul><li>Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights up to 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 75 lbs. occasionally</li><li>Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel</li><li>Walk and stand for extended periods of time on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery</li><li>Work outside in inclement weather</li></ul>Be part of something big.  We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status. All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.   The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.    Review XPO's candidate privacy statement <a href="https://jobs.xpo.com/content/CANDIDATE-PRIVACY-NOTICE/?locale=en_US" target="_blank">here.</a> PandoLogic. Category:Logistics, Keywords:Freight Supervisor, Location:Niles, MI-49120

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