Assistant Manager

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Operations Leader for the Lake Orion, Michigan facility supporting General Motors. The role focuses on daily warehouse operations, staffing, and process improvements to meet production requirements.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in logistics or related field and 3+ years of leadership experience in warehousing or supply chain. Proficiency with WMS, inventory controls, and MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in logistics, supply chain, business or related field.
• 3+ years of leadership in warehousing, logistics, manufacturing or supply chain operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and team development skills; able to analyze data and drive results.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations: inventory control, sequencing, pick/pack, and material flow.
• Support staffing, scheduling and workforce planning to meet customer and ops needs.
• Monitor productivity, quality, inventory accuracy and safety metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

WMS

Inventory control systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Logistics Insight Corporation (LINC), a subsidiary of Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc., is a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider offering customized supply chain solutions across North America. Through experienced leadership, proven operational processes, and advanced technology, LINC delivers warehousing, transportation, inventory management, sequencing, and value-added logistics services for some of the world's largest manufacturers.

This position is based in Lake Orion, Michigan, supporting General Motors operations. The facility provides warehouse services including pick and pack, sequencing, inventory management, and material flow support for critical production operations.

Shifts Available

2nd shift: Monday - Friday / 2:00pm - 11:00pm

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily warehouse operations, including inventory control, sequencing, pick and pack, and material flow activities.
• Support staffing, scheduling, and workforce planning to ensure customer and operational requirements are met.
• Monitor productivity, quality, inventory accuracy, and safety performance metrics.
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and hourly team members to drive operational excellence.
• Partner with General Motors representatives to maintain service levels and support production needs.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and all safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of leadership experience in warehousing, logistics, manufacturing, or supply chain operations, preferably in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and team development skills with the ability to analyze operational data and drive business results.
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS), inventory control systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience supporting automotive operations, including knowledge of sequencing, JIT, Lean/Six Sigma methodologies, and working with OEM customers such as General Motors, with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer service.