Operations Supervisor
Company : Dayton Freight
Location : Stewartville, MN, 55976
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 29 December 2025
Overview
- 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, etc.
- Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
- 401(k) plan, Company Match
Responsibilities
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.
- 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
- Legally eligible to work in the United States
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Fluent in English
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, etc.
- Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
- 401(k) plan, Company Match
Starting Pay: $60,000-$80,000 per year. This amount reflects total compensation (base + bonus).
Pay does vary depending on relevant industry experience.
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Frequently asked questions
In Stewartville, MN, coordinating freight deliveries around local business hours and seasonal weather shifts can complicate scheduling for an Operations Supervisor. Balancing timely shipments with driver availability requires adaptive planning, especially given the region's transportation demands and rural logistics nuances.
The demand for Operations Supervisors in Stewartville is growing moderately due to expanding logistics firms like Dayton Freight. Candidates with LTL transportation knowledge and supervisory experience often find opportunities, though competition increases for roles offering advancement and comprehensive benefits.
Mastering freight routing efficiency, personnel management, and regulatory compliance stands out for Dayton Freight’s Operations Supervisors. Proficiency in coordinating dockworkers and drivers, alongside strong communication skills for internal and external stakeholders, drives success in this role.
Operations Supervisors often progress into higher managerial roles such as Service Center Manager or Regional Operations Manager. Developing leadership, logistics strategy, and team training expertise paves the way for expanded responsibilities within transportation and distribution sectors.
Daily tasks include analyzing freight movement data, overseeing dock operations, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The role demands hands-on coordination between drivers and clerical staff to maintain smooth, error-free service center performance.
Dayton Freight fosters advancement through structured training, mentoring from service center management, and opportunities to lead special projects. The company’s positive, people-centered environment encourages skill development and recognizes performance with competitive pay and bonuses.
Yes, Dayton Freight’s package includes health, dental, vision, and AD&D insurance plus paid holidays, vacation, personal days, and a 401(k) with company match. This comprehensive benefits suite is notably attractive compared to other regional logistics employers.
The salary spans from $60,000 to $80,000 annually, combining base pay and bonuses. This range reflects Dayton Freight’s competitive stance within Stewartville’s logistics sector and varies with candidates' industry experience and role proficiency.