Yard Manager

Central Transport•Dallas, TX

2d•$60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Central Transport is hiring a Yard Manager to oversee outbound operations for a designated section of a terminal dock. The role supervises freight loading, forklift traffic, and the picking and sortation of palletized freight, while managing local LTL drivers and dock personnel to meet production schedules. The Yard Manager uses independent judgment to build loads based on labor and freight levels, monitors trailer cube and weight, dock production, hours, and overtime, and ensures performance goals, safety standards, and the company’s operational model are maintained. The position also supports a culture of quality and excellent service for internal and external customers. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Salary is $60,000–$75,000 plus bonus. Central Transport describes itself as a privately owned LTL carrier with over 200 locations and nearly 90 years of service.

Requirements

Experience in transportation, cross-docking, or shipping and receiving; experience in the LTL industry is preferred.
Familiarity with customs and cross-border transportation.
Strong leadership qualities.
Commitment to excellent customer service.
High aptitude for technology.
Ability to multitask while remaining detail-oriented.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

An associate or bachelor's degree is preferred but not required.
Experience in the LTL industry.

Responsibilities

Oversee outbound operations for a designated section of the terminal dock.
Manage the loading process, forklift traffic, and proper picking and sortation of palletized freight.
Manage up to 30 local LTL drivers and dock personnel to achieve a designated production schedule.
Build loads using independent judgment based on available labor and freight levels.
Ensure carriers are properly loaded by monitoring trailer cube and weight.
Provide leadership and accountability to drivers, dock workers, and dock hands.
Monitor dock production to ensure facility Key Performance Indicator goals are met or exceeded.
Monitor employee hours and overtime.
Maintain a safe work environment compliant with state and federal DOT/OSHA standards.
Ensure compliance with the company operational model.
Support a culture of excellent product quality for internal and external customers.