How much does a cargo supervisor make?

They check a flight’s cargo plan, then direct the ground crew as boxes and pallets are weighed, arranged, and secured. They confirm the load is safe, train workers, and keep the loading on schedule.

Did you know? Moving a big load from one hold to another can shift an airplane’s center of gravity a lot, so cargo placement is part of flight safety—not just fitting boxes.

In the U.S., earn a high school diploma or GED; some ramp jobs hire at 18 and teach safe cargo handling. Build ground-crew experience, then lead a team; training may last from days to a year.

School needed: High school plus some training

Good for people who like leading and selling and keeping things organized

Why does pay differ?

In the United States, pay can differ with experience, safety or weight-and-balance training, the employer and location, and how much planning or crew responsibility the job includes. Overtime or shift premiums may add pay when offered.