What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Supervisor position at Proficient Auto Logistics?
About Proficient Auto Logistics
Proficient Auto Logistics (PAL) is a leading specialized freight company focused on providing auto transportation and logistics services. Formed via IPO in May 2024, PAL combined five industry-leading operating companies and has since acquired two additional operating companies. As a combined entity, we operate one of the largest auto transportation fleets in North America with over 1200 trucks, 55 terminal locations and 800 employees, a majority of whom are drivers.
We offer a broad range of auto transportation and logistics services, primarily focused on transporting finished vehicles from automotive production facilities, marine ports of entry, or regional rail yards to auto dealerships around the country. We have developed a differentiated business model due to our scale, breadth of geographic coverage, and embedded customer relationships with leading auto original equipment manufacturing companies (OEMs).
Job Summary
The Yard Supervisor is responsible for managing the day-to-day yard activities, in the Nashville, TN location, related to inventory and auto haulers entering and exiting the property for the movement of vehicles. This individual assists in the daily management of the terminal, consistent with the goals and initiatives of the Company.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Inspect cargo units and mark damage in PAL’s Magnus Transportation Management System. Advise auto haulers on proper damage procedures and required notifications.
- Observe auto haulers for proper safety practices and loading procedures.
- Ensure loads comply with space requirements and are secured properly per customer guidelines and requirements
- Document and immediately notify responsible parties of maintenance or safety issues that could cause serious injury or damage.
- Notify Safety of reasonable suspicion to ensure any potentially unsafe drivers are immediately relieved from work, pending complete investigation.
- Enforce yard rules, policies and procedures.
- Assist in preparation of building loads and work assignments for auto haulers as needed.
- Perform daily and weekly yard audits to verify inventory.
- Shuttle drivers to location of vehicle(s) or another yard.
- Maintain company vehicle through routine servicing and cleaning regularly.
Requirements
- High School Diploma and two or more years of related experience.
- Valid Driver's License with clean record; CDL License is preferred
- Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus.
- Strong ability to multi-task, work independently, and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.
- Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment, with periods of standing, bending, stooping, kneeling and lifting.
- Must be physically able to lift up to 50lbs.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.