Management Trainee – Logistics Operations

Job Description

Management Trainee | Dohrn

The Tone:
This is a full-time, network-wide Management Trainee role at Dohrn, requiring approximately 50% travel throughout the Midwest. Dohrn is a complete Midwestern transportation partner, offering less-than-truckload, truckload, and value-added services across a 10-state service area. This role is crucial for building operational knowledge, leadership capability, and practical experience within the company, directly preparing individuals for future operations leadership opportunities.

The TL;DR
• Role: Management Trainee
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Network-wide with 50% travel
• Pay: $60000 yearly
• Mission: Prepare for future operations leadership opportunities by building operational knowledge, leadership capability, and practical experience.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Training: Participate in structured training covering key areas of LTL terminal and freight operations.
• Network Support: Travel throughout the Dohrn network to support operational needs and gain experience across multiple terminal environments.
• Dock Operations: Learn and support dock operations, including managing freight flow, load quality, cut times, workplace organization, dock setup, and yard checks.
• Equipment Operation: Gain hands-on experience with forklifts, pallet jacks, other material-handling equipment, and operate a non-CDL vehicle for pickups, deliveries, and business needs.
• Leadership Development: Assist with pre-shift meetings, daily projections, staffing and workflow coordination, and operational planning activities alongside operations leaders.

The Must-Haves
• Background: 4-year College graduate in Supply Chain Management or another applicable field.
• Experience: Valid Driver License with a clean driving history.
• Skills: Ability to read, write, and speak English; perform simple mathematical calculations; operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment; safely enter and exit various vehicles; capable of lifting 50 lbs frequently and 100+ lbs infrequently; ability to perform standing, walking, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, carrying, bending, and reaching motions; must pass NON-DOT physical examination, functional screen, and pre-employment drug screen.
• Bonus: Must pass certification in forklift safety and hazardous material handling.