Job Information
ABF Freight Linehaul Supervisor I in North Lima, Ohio
Job Description
The Linehaul Supervisor I demonstrates excellent problem solving and customer service skills to ensure linehaul operations work is performed according to approved Company procedures, standards, and specification. This position supervises all activities of linehaul for their domicile including, but not limited to, developing and executing linehaul plans, calling and assigning drivers, overseeing arriving and departing drivers and supporting personnel engaged in hostling activities.
Responsibilities
Ensure drivers arrive and depart as assigned.
Foster a culture of safety and ensure compliance with applicable DOT, OSHA, and other related requirements.
Develop, maintain, and execute appropriate linehaul plans.
Provide a clean, safe working environment for all personnel and visiting drivers and customers.
Plan, supervise, and utilize available drivers, loads and equipment resources.
Provide training, performance feedback, and disciplinary actions, as needed.
Coordinate work assignments and monitor performances, including contacting drivers for assignment.
Other duties and projects, as assigned.
Work in a team setting to accomplish department and Company goals.
Maintain a positive attitude in a highly intense environment.
Provide direct supervision of drivers.
Update data entries and other reporting and systems to ensure accurate load and driver statuses.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree, preferred
Experience will be considered in lieu of formal education.
2 years prior transportation or other relevant freight experience, preferred
Prior supervisory experience, preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to learn new systems quickly.
Knowledge of transit time requirements, labor contracts, DOT requirements, and safety requirements.
Ability to interact with, supervise, and discipline drivers.
In-office attendance at assigned domicile.
Capacity Planning & Management
Decision Making and Critical Thinking
Effective Communications
Initiative
Productivity Orientation
Transportation Operations
Other Details
Work hours for this position will be scheduled to support the 24/7 operation and may vary by location with irregular hours depending on workload.
This is a salary position paid biweekly.
Variable compensation is included.
About Us
ABF Freight®, an ArcBest® company, is one of the nation's largest, most trusted less-than-truckload carriers. With over a century of experience, 240 service centers spanning North America, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety and customer service, ABF offers best-in-class LTL transportation for companies of all sizes and industries. We're driven for excellence."
