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Operations Supervisor

Dayton Freight Lines

Hermantown, MN · Posted June 3, 2026

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About the job

Overview

As an Operations Supervisor, you will plan, schedule, coordinate and implement methods and procedures that will ensure the most efficient and economical routing and movement of customers’ freight in an error-free manner.

Responsibilities

Compile production and service records and measure conformance to standards

Inspect and measure performance of personnel resulting in changes in work practices necessary to improve overall Service Center operations

Review logs and reports and confers with shift personnel to ascertain pertinent scheduling, production and administrative support requirements

Set up appointment freight deliveries

Perform and or assists with billing, rating, manifesting and analysis of freight weight and size

Maintain excellent communication with external and internal customers

Assist with training, development and evaluation of production and/or clerical personnel performance and recommends or initiates documentation

In conjunction with the Service Center Manager, recruit, qualify, interview, hire, train and develop Service Center personnel

Ensure that Service Center premises are protected and maintained

Assist in the investigation, reporting and initiation of corrective actions for accidents, job related injuries employee discrepancies

Understand and apply company safety practices including DOT, EPA, ICC and OSHA rules and regulations

Assist with the facilitation of information meetings with Service Center team members

Effectively handle special assignments as directed

Qualifications

Knowledge of the LTL/ Transportation Industry

Has managed Drivers and Dockworkers

Knowledge of the surrounding geographical area to the Service Center

Benefits

Stable and growing organization

Competitive weekly pay

Quick advancement

Professional, positive and people-centered work environment

Modern facilities

Clean, late model equipment

Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, 401(k), etc.

Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days

Starting Pay : $70,000 per year. This amount reflects total compensation (base + bonus).

Pay does vary depending on relevant industry experience.

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Physical Demands This position requires the ability to perform a combination of administrative and operational duties in an office and dock environment. Duties may include standing and walking for extended periods, pushing or pulling equipment, operating material-handling equipment, and occasionally assisting with physical dock tasks such as handling freight and related materials. * The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.