Operations Supervisor Trainee

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3 Locations
In-Office or Remote
30-30 Hourly
Entry level
Logistics • Transportation
The Role
Participates in a management training program focused on service center operations. Learns to supervise shipment loading, unloading, processing, employee performance, scheduling, equipment needs, safety protocols, budgeting, reporting, and operational efficiency. The role requires completing training objectives, communicating with personnel and customers, and working in a fast-paced dock environment with possible relocation.
Summary Generated by Built In

Starting Rate of Pay: $30.37/ hour

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Participate in a pre-determined program designed to obtain a functional/workable understanding of company objectives and initiatives focused on service center operations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Participate in a management training program learning how to lead team members at a service center and how to effectively collaborate and communicate with external and internal customers that impact operations
  • Complete learning objectives within required timeframe
  • Observe and learn the interviewing, selection, training and process of supervising employees that are responsible for loading, unloading and processing customer shipments
  • Learn the process of coaching and evaluating employee performance and monitoring, assessing and influencing operational performance, including claims prevention
  • Observe management in developing personnel schedules and determining equipment/supply needs to achieve set goals
  • Take part in necessary tours to learn all operational functions and shifts
  • Observe management in analyzing opportunities to reduce cost, operational budgeting, conducting pre-shift meetings and coaching/training of employees to improve operational efficiency
  • Review and learn safety and security protocol in accordance with policies and procedures, OSHA, DOT, and other applicable guidelines
  • Gain specific level of knowledge of processes that post results; gain ability to discuss the intent of reports and/or the control measures that make up the reports
  • Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
  • Perform other duties as required

Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must possess high school diploma or equivalent
  • Basic written and strong verbal communication skills
  • Basic industry knowledge preferred
  • Multi-tasked oriented and possess good organizational skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Able to successfully complete all required training

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work location and hours may vary due to operational need

Dock environment; exposure to varied weather conditions, exhaust, fumes, dust, noise

Required to walk or otherwise safely navigate and to be accessible to all areas of the dock, office and yard

Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced, deadline oriented

Depending on operational requirement, relocation, which will be company assisted, may be required



EST FedEx Freight, Inc
FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. If you have a disability and you need assistance in order to apply for a position with FedEx Freight, please e-mail at [email protected]. FedEx Freight will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Basic written communication skills
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Basic industry knowledge
  • Multitasking ability and good organizational skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to successfully complete all required training

FedEx Freight, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about FedEx Freight, Inc. and has not been reviewed or approved by FedEx Freight, Inc..

  • Healthcare Strength — Health insurance options—including medical, dental, and vision—are broad and considered a core strength, particularly for full-time employees. Some locations also offer supportive resources such as employee assistance and mental-health support that complement the core coverage.
  • Retirement Support — The 401(k) plan with employer match is described as strong, and certain legacy retirement arrangements remain for eligible employees. These elements provide solid long-term savings support.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off spanning vacation, sick leave, and holidays—along with paid parental leave—is included in the standard package. This signals solid coverage breadth for time away from work.

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The Company
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1998

What We Do

FedEx Freight operates FedEx’s less-than-truckload (LTL) freight transportation business across North America. Its services include Priority, Economy, and Direct shipping, while subsidiary FedEx Custom Critical provides expedited, time- and temperature-specific freight solutions. The company uses a large vehicle fleet, extensive service-center network, operational efficiency, data-driven technology, and dedicated personnel to deliver freight safely, securely, and reliably across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and nearby territories.

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