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Dock Lead - Freight Handler/Forklift Operator

Magnum Transportation (ND)
La Vista, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/9/2026

Monday - Friday, 9:00 PM - 6:00 AM

Magnum is hiring a Dock Lead to oversee the safe, accurate, and efficient movement of freight within our LTL dock operations. This role is responsible for managing daily dock activity, supporting team members, and ensuring freight is received, handled, and dispatched on time while meeting productivity and safety standards.

If you have forklift experience, LTL dock knowledge, and strong leadership skills, this is a great opportunity to join a growing team.

What You'll Do
As a Dock Lead, you will support daily dock operations and help ensure freight moves safely and efficiently through the terminal. Responsibilities include:

  • Plan and organize dock layout and freight placement to maximize efficiency and accuracy
  • Monitor operations to ensure productivity targets and bills per hour (BPH) are met
  • Oversee data entry, billing, and administrative functions
  • Supervise team members and direct daily workflow, escalating issues to management as needed
  • Train staff and monitor performance to support team development and accountability
  • Respond to customer inquiries and concerns via phone, email, or other communication channels
  • Ensure routes are dispatched on time and operations stay on schedule
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and secure work environment

Benefits
This is a full-time position with a complete benefits package, including:

  • Health Insurance with HSA and FSA Options
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Optional Supplemental Coverage: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accident/Hospital Confinement Insurance, Critical Illness/Cancer Insurance

Job Requirements:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented leader with experience in warehouse and freight operations. Ideal candidates have:

  • Previous forklift experience
  • Knowledge of warehouse and freight handling processes
  • LTL dock experience preferred
  • Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
  • Strong problem-solving and communication abilities
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
  • Reliable, self-motivated, and trustworthy work ethic

Additional Requirements:

  • Ability to read, write, and speak English
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid driver's license (non-CDL)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Dock Leads work in a warehouse and loading dock environment with concrete floors and loading docks on both sides of the facility. Employees operate equipment such as propane-powered sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, handheld scanners, and warehouse computer systems to move and track freight. The environment is well-lit but includes exposure to warehouse noise and varying temperatures, which may drop to around 45°F depending on the season. The role requires regular movement and the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 75 lbs, as well as a full range of motion necessary for warehouse tasks.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Typical Activity During a Shift:

  • Standing/Walking: ~50%
  • Sitting: ~50%
  • Working Indoors: ~90%
  • Working Outdoors: ~10%

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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