Dohrn Transfer is your complete Midwestern transportation partner. We offer less-than-truckload, truckload and value-added services throughout our 10-state service area. Our family operated company provides the attention and flexibility that only a regional carrier can, backed by excellence in service and powerful logistical tools.
We are seeking a Part-Time Dock Supervisor at our Northlake, Il terminal.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 4pm-9pm
25 hours per week
Wage: $27.50/hr
Responsibilities
• Provide training, supervision, feedback, and discipline for hourly Operations team members• Route City operation• Manage the daily performance of the City Pickup and Delivery Operation for optimal safety, performance, on-time Service, cost control, and claims prevention• Ensure On-time Delivery service in accordance with the organizational goals by ensuring pick-ups and deliveries are made timely, efficiently, and returns are kept to a minimum• Monitor Line Haul operation• Monitor Dock performance and efficiency and adjust manpower as needed• Solve problems regarding lost and missing freight• Communicate efficiently with other departments to ensure a successful operation• Work in a safe and professional manner so as to reduce personal risks and risk to fellow employees• Report all facility problems to the Facility Maintenance Department• Comply with federal, state, and company regulations• Process all paperwork daily associated with the execution of the job• Work in a positive, supportive, and cooperative way at all times• Perform other duties as needed
Qualifications• A minimum age of 18• High School completion or equivalent• Valid Driver License• Supervisory experience required• Ability to work any shift• Must have the knowledge and ability to perform all Operations jobs in the Terminal including Dock, Dispatch, Warehouse, and Routing• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills• Strong leadership skills• Detail-oriented, organized• Must meet all physical requirements • Must have certification in forklift safety and hazardous material handling • Ability to multi-task and react to change productively• Excellent attendance
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Visual Acuity including regular use of items including a computer screen or monitor• Lifting various types of materials will be required: cartons, bags, cylinders, boxes, crates, drums, pipe, bars, rugs, etc• Common material handling tools will be used: forklifts, carts, dollies, banding machines, shrink wrap tubes, pallet jacks, and tow motors• Standing, walking, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, carrying, bending at the waist, reaching, and lifting both above and below waist level will be required• Must be physically capable of operating a forklift, pallet jack, load lock and two-wheel handcart • Will be required to lift up, set down, slide or move weight unassisted that could exceed 80 pounds• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a frequent basis and 100+ lbs. on an infrequent basis• Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time • Must have the ability to safely enter and exit trailers, vans, flatbeds, forklifts and tractors • Must have the ability to work around and operate motorized equipment• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job as specified in the job description• May be exposed to extreme hot or cold temperatures and dusty conditions in the dock environment; must be able to perform essential functions in these conditions
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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