Dock Lead 2 / Full-Time / PM

Oak Harbor Freight Lines • Fresno, CA

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About The Position

Oak Harbor Freight Lines is hiring a full-time Dock Lead 2 for its Dock Operations team. The position leads daily dock operations, supporting safe, timely freight movement and operational efficiency. It makes decisions about freight routing, load planning, work assignments, and trailer loading, and assists the Outbound Supervisor with dock flow and overall operations. The Dock Lead trains, directs, and coaches dock employees and supports employee accountability and performance processes. The role also handles shipment paperwork, computer entry, dispatch coordination, and other administrative duties. Employees must be available to work various shifts during the week to accommodate business needs.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of Lead/Supervisor experience in an LTL or warehouse environment is required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Basic English proficiency in reading, writing, and verbal communication is required.
• Simple arithmetic, weight, and/or measuring skills are required.
• Forklift experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED/equivalent is preferred.
• Previous warehouse or similar experience is preferred.
• Experience using hand trucks, pallet jacks, dock carts, load locks, and dock plates is preferred.
• Experience in an LTL operation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily dock operations and make decisions regarding freight routing, load planning, work assignments, and trailer loading.
• Ensure safe and timely loading and unloading of trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and handheld scanners.
• Assist the Outbound Supervisor in managing dock flow and overall operations.
• Train, direct, and coach dock employees to maintain safety standards and operational efficiency.
• Assist the Outbound Supervisor with employee accountability, performance documentation, coaching, and disciplinary processes in accordance with company policies.
• Manage and verify paperwork, including delivery receipts, bills of lading, trailer manifests, and hazardous material shipments.
• Perform computer entry, dispatch coordination, and other operational administrative duties.
• Note and record exceptions in shipment count or condition to minimize cargo claims.
• Regroup shipments as needed to ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintain availability to work various shifts during the week to accommodate business needs.
• Communicate positively and effectively with customers, co-workers, and leadership.
• Monitor dock safety practices and ensure employees follow company safety procedures and operational standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Overtime after 8 hours.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options.
• Employee-only coverage pays up to 2% of gross income; family coverage pays up to 4% of gross income.
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 5% of the employee’s contribution.
• Accrue 72 hours of PTO within the first 11 months.
• Holiday pay after 90 days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED