LTL Cross Dock Yard Lead

Advatix, Inc. • Hillsborough Township, NJ

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About The Position

The Yard Lead oversees trailer management, yard organization, trailer tracking and security, and hostler coordination within a high-volume LTL cross-dock operation with 100–130 dock doors. The role owns trailer visibility and movement across the facility, ensuring trailers are accounted for, secured, correctly positioned, and available to support dock operations.

The Yard Lead works with Operations Managers, Logistics Clerks, Shift Leads, Hostlers, Drivers, and customer representatives to maintain accurate trailer inventory, coordinate movements, conduct inspections, and support efficient freight flow. The schedule lists three shifts: 1st shift, 6:30 AM–2:30 PM; 2nd shift, 2:30 PM–10:30 PM; and 3rd shift, 9:30 PM–6:30 AM.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of experience in transportation, logistics, cross-dock, yard operations, or warehouse operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Experience tracking assets, equipment, or trailers.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varied weather conditions.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and operational tracking systems.
• Experience in LTL, transportation, trucking, or freight operations.
• Previous experience as a Yard Coordinator, Yard Jockey, Hostler Coordinator, Dispatcher, or Operations Lead.
• Experience with Yard Management Systems (YMS), Transportation Management Systems (TMS), or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Knowledge of trailer inspection procedures and yard safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accountability for all trailers located on-site and off-site.
• Track trailer locations, movements, status changes, and door assignments throughout the shift.
• Record and update trailer inventory accurately in operational tracking systems.
• Coordinate trailer staging and movement to support inbound and outbound freight operations.
• Conduct routine yard audits and resolve missing, misplaced, or incorrectly assigned trailers.
• Monitor trailer dwell times and support efficient trailer utilization.
• Perform routine trailer inspections and checks, verifying trailer numbers, locations, conditions, and assignment status.
• Secure and lock loaded trailers when required, verify seals, and report discrepancies.
• Inspect trailers for visible damage and report maintenance concerns.
• Maintain records of trailer inspections and security checks.
• Direct and prioritize hostler trailer moves based on operational needs.
• Communicate movement requests between dock operations and hostler teams, and coordinate emergency or priority moves.
• Ensure trailers are staged at appropriate doors and support smooth traffic flow throughout the yard and docking areas.
• Partner with Operations Managers and Shift Leads to support daily operational goals.
• Provide updates on yard capacity, trailer inventory, and movement status.
• Identify bottlenecks and recommend process improvements.
• Support peak-volume operations and special projects as needed.
• Participate in shift turnover meetings and communicate critical operational information.
• Promote yard safety, ensure trailer movements follow company safety policies, and report damaged equipment, unsafe conditions, and operational risks.
• Conduct routine yard inspections and enforce safety standards while supporting customer and company requirements.

What This Job Offers

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