Freight Operations Associate
XPO, Inc., Columbus, OH, United States
Operations Management Trainee
Requisition Id: 387209
Business Unit: LTL
Location:
Columbus, OH, US, 43228
What you’ll need to succeed as an Operations Management Trainee at XPO
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent military experience
Minimum 2.5 GPA
High level of stamina, adaptability and grit - you'll be challenged daily, balancing operational demands, learning new skills quickly, and stepping into leadership situations in real time.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays
Willing to relocate within region upon successful completion of the program
Preferred qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business or a related field
Demonstrated leadership experience through internships, academic projects, athletics or work experience
Experience working on a dock or similar field operations environment
Strong communication, problem-solving and organizational skills
About the Operations Management Trainee job
Pay, benefits and more:
Competitive compensation package
Full health insurance benefits are available on day one
Life and disability insurance
Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year
9 paid company holidays
401(k) option with company match
Education assistance
Paid training and development, including required certifications
What you’ll do on a typical day:
Expect long, active days primarily on the dock, working alongside frontline teams in a physically and operationally demanding environment.
Participate in a 12-month Management Training operations rotational program, with assignments lasting 1 - 5 weeks each across all major functions including field operations, linehaul, maintenance, and support functions
Participate in the internal Commercial Driver's License (CDL) school and forklift certification during the program
Learn and perform the foundational job functions, skills and responsibilities of each rotational assignment
Complete dedicated leadership training at key points to prepare you for leadership on the dock during and post-program
Work alongside freight operations supervisors, dockworkers and field leaders to gain hands‑on operational experience
Communicate consistently with the program manager, reporting manager and mentor
Meet weekly goals, learning objectives and performance milestones
Take initiative to learn XPO operations through online resources, observation, and hands‑on experience
Operations Management Trainees are required to:
Successfully complete all field rotation assignments with a strong foundational understanding of each functional area
Obtain all required certifications, including CDL and forklift certification
Develop and deliver a Capstone project and presentation at the conclusion of the 12-month program
Demonstrate readiness for frontline leadership
Program start date is July 6, 2026. Upon successful completion of the program, Operations Management Trainees will be promoted to Freight Operations Supervisors at a location within their assigned region.
Annual Salary: $63,000 Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set. This is an incentive-based position, which may include bonuses, incentive or commission plans.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.
The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.
Review XPO's candidate privacy statementhere (https://jobs.xpo.com/content/CANDIDATE-PRIVACY-NOTICE/?locale=en_US).
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Requisition Id: 387209
Business Unit: LTL
Location:
Columbus, OH, US, 43228
What you’ll need to succeed as an Operations Management Trainee at XPO
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent military experience
Minimum 2.5 GPA
High level of stamina, adaptability and grit - you'll be challenged daily, balancing operational demands, learning new skills quickly, and stepping into leadership situations in real time.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays
Willing to relocate within region upon successful completion of the program
Preferred qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business or a related field
Demonstrated leadership experience through internships, academic projects, athletics or work experience
Experience working on a dock or similar field operations environment
Strong communication, problem-solving and organizational skills
About the Operations Management Trainee job
Pay, benefits and more:
Competitive compensation package
Full health insurance benefits are available on day one
Life and disability insurance
Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year
9 paid company holidays
401(k) option with company match
Education assistance
Paid training and development, including required certifications
What you’ll do on a typical day:
Expect long, active days primarily on the dock, working alongside frontline teams in a physically and operationally demanding environment.
Participate in a 12-month Management Training operations rotational program, with assignments lasting 1 - 5 weeks each across all major functions including field operations, linehaul, maintenance, and support functions
Participate in the internal Commercial Driver's License (CDL) school and forklift certification during the program
Learn and perform the foundational job functions, skills and responsibilities of each rotational assignment
Complete dedicated leadership training at key points to prepare you for leadership on the dock during and post-program
Work alongside freight operations supervisors, dockworkers and field leaders to gain hands‑on operational experience
Communicate consistently with the program manager, reporting manager and mentor
Meet weekly goals, learning objectives and performance milestones
Take initiative to learn XPO operations through online resources, observation, and hands‑on experience
Operations Management Trainees are required to:
Successfully complete all field rotation assignments with a strong foundational understanding of each functional area
Obtain all required certifications, including CDL and forklift certification
Develop and deliver a Capstone project and presentation at the conclusion of the 12-month program
Demonstrate readiness for frontline leadership
Program start date is July 6, 2026. Upon successful completion of the program, Operations Management Trainees will be promoted to Freight Operations Supervisors at a location within their assigned region.
Annual Salary: $63,000 Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set. This is an incentive-based position, which may include bonuses, incentive or commission plans.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.
The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.
Review XPO's candidate privacy statementhere (https://jobs.xpo.com/content/CANDIDATE-PRIVACY-NOTICE/?locale=en_US).
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