Area Operations Lead — Logistics & Team Performance

OnTrac; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Flex vacation with accruals up to 160h

Floating holidays

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Pregnancy leave and parental bonding

Wellness programs

Job summary

OnTrac is hiring an Area Manager in Salinas, CA to oversee all sort activities and volume within a specified area. The role requires leading Package Handlers, analyzing operational data, and implementing improvements to drive efficiency.

You will report to the facility Operations Manager and must maintain safety, scheduling, and performance standards in a onsite environment with a schedule that includes early shifts, weekends, and holidays when needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in logistics/shipping/3PL with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Ability to evaluate and summarize data and present findings clearly.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; basic math skills.
• Strong communication, feedback, and coaching capabilities.
• Experience in hiring, training, motivating, disciplining, and evaluating staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage and schedule a team of Package Handlers and Lead Handlers in the assigned area.
• Monitor performance, provide ongoing feedback, and address attendance and improvement needs.
• Lead pre-sort meetings; communicate daily goals, events, and safety priorities.
• Track flow of volume from designated Linehauls and manage arrivals/departures.
• Perform safety trainings, audits, and end-of-shift reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Communication

People management

Job description

OnTrac is hiring an Area Manager in Salinas, CA to oversee all sort activities and volume within a specified area. The role requires leading Package Handlers, analyzing operational data, and implementing improvements to drive efficiency.

You will report to the facility Operations Manager and must maintain safety, scheduling, and performance standards in a onsite environment with a schedule that includes early shifts, weekends, and holidays when needed.