SR Operations Supervisor

Central Transport is one of the nation's most trusted and technologically advanced Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) carriers. With an ever-growing network of terminals nationwide, our team of dedicated professionals provide safe and efficient service to the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Our Growth is Creating Great Opportunities!

Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can.   Continued success depends on it!  Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you!

Thanks for your interest in working on our team!

🚛 Operations Supervisor (LTL / Transportation) | Blaine, MN | Early-Career Leadership Opportunity

Central Transport is hiring an Operations Supervisor at our Blaine, MN terminal to support our growing LTL (Less-than-Truckload) network.

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for candidates with some operations, dock, or transportation experience—or high-potential early-career professionals ready to step into leadership within logistics and supply chain.

💰 Compensation & Schedule

• $65,000–$80,000 base salary
• 5–10% performance bonus
• Tuesday–Saturday shifts:

2:00 AM – 12:00 PM

4:00 AM – 2:00 PM

📍 Onsite – Blaine, MN

🚀 Why Central Transport

• 90+ years as a leading LTL carrier
• 200+ terminals nationwide with continued expansion
• Industry-leading modern fleet (avg. 2.5 years old)
• Recent rollout of 25 next-day hubs across the network
• Strong culture of internal promotion and leadership development

🔧 What You’ll Do (Dock & Terminal Operations Leadership)

• Oversee dock operations within a high-volume LTL terminal
• Manage freight loading, unloading, and palletized sortation
• Monitor trailer cube, weight, and load efficiency
• Supervise a team of dockworkers, drivers, and terminal staff
• Track performance against KPIs (production, service, efficiency)
• Manage labor hours and control overtime costs
• Ensure compliance with DOT and OSHA safety standards
• Maintain operational discipline and drive service excellence

✅ What We’re Looking For

• Experience in transportation, warehouse, dock, or logistics operations
• Prior leadership OR strong leadership potential
• Understanding of LTL operations, cross-dock, or freight movement
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop employees
• Strong multitasking skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• High attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Strong communication skills (written & verbal)
• Willingness to work 50+ hours/week and flexible shifts

Preferred (not required):

• Supervisory experience in LTL, trucking, or distribution
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

🌱 Career Growth

This role is a stepping stone into:

• Senior Operations Leadership
• Terminal Manager roles
• Regional and Network Operations

Many of our leaders started in frontline operations roles like this and advanced quickly.