Terminal Manager

Central Transport•Tacoma, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Central Transport is a leading and technologically advanced Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) carrier with an expanding network of terminals across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The company is privately owned, has been operating for nearly 90 years, and boasts over 200 locations. Central Transport prides itself on continuous expansions, including the recent implementation of 25 next-day hubs for immediate overnight services, and maintains a modern fleet with tractors and trailers averaging 2.5 years old. The business has experienced record growth, attributed to its ability to develop and provide opportunities for its employees. The company offers a competitive salary and benefits package to its team members.

Requirements

Must have strong leadership skills including the ability to hire, coach, counsel, train, and mentor employees.
Desire to surround customer with excellence in service.
High aptitude for technology.
The ability to multi-task while being detail oriented.
Excellent written, listening and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to work 50 hours/week average.

Nice To Haves

Prior LTL management experience is strongly preferred.
Bachelor’s Degree, preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Oversee dock operations at the terminal, including the process of loading & unloading freight, managing forklift traffic, and overseeing proper picking/sortation of palletized freight.
Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain terminal staff.
Provide leadership and accountability to a team of drivers and dock workers.
Monitor dock production, ensuring facility Key Performance Indicator goals are met and/or exceeded.
Maintain a safe work environment compliant with state and federal DOT/OSHA standards.
Ensure company operational model compliance.
Support a culture of excellence in quality of product to internal and external customers.
Flexibility to work varying shifts as business levels increase.