SR Manager Operations

Universal Logistics Holdings; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Logistics Holdings is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the GM Lake Orion Assembly cross dock in Lake Orion, Michigan. You will drive safety, productivity, and service while ensuring uninterrupted material flow to support production demands.

You will develop supervisors and hourly staff, manage staffing and budgets, and maintain strong relationships with customers and transport partners. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and leadership excellence across shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent leadership experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in logistics, transportation, warehousing, manufacturing, or distribution.
• Experience managing supervisors and large hourly workforces.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the cross dock operation supporting GM Lake Orion Assembly.
• Lead and develop Floor Supervisors and hourly employees while promoting accountability, safety, and operational excellence.
• Ensure efficient movement of inbound and outbound freight while maintaining customer service expectations.
• Oversee staffing levels, labor planning, scheduling, and productivity across all shifts.
• Maintain strong working relationships with GM, transportation providers, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all company, customer, and safety requirements.
• Monitor operational performance and drive improvements related to safety, quality, productivity, inventory accuracy, and on-time delivery.
• Manage operational budgets, labor costs, and overall financial performance.
• Investigate service failures, freight discrepancies, and operational disruptions and implement corrective actions.
• Review and analyze KPIs, identifying trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support employee development, succession planning, coaching, disciplinary actions, and performance evaluations.
• Lead startup activities, process improvements, and customer-driven initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent leadership experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successfull and opportunities to grow?
Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains.
Universal has immediate career opportunities in your area.

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 transportation, warehousing, inventory management, sequencing, and value-added logistics services for some of the world’s largest manufacturers.

Position Overview

LINC is seeking an Operations Manager to lead our cross dock operation supporting GM Lake Orion Assembly in Lake Orion, Michigan. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the operation, including safety, service, quality, productivity, and employee performance while ensuring uninterrupted material flow in support of General Motors’ production requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the cross dock operation supporting GM Lake Orion Assembly.

• Lead and develop Floor Supervisors and hourly employees while promoting a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence.

• Ensure the efficient movement of inbound and outbound freight while maintaining customer service expectations and production support requirements.

• Oversee staffing levels, labor planning, scheduling, and productivity across all shifts.

• Maintain strong working relationships with GM, transportation providers, and internal stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with all company, customer, and safety requirements.

• Monitor operational performance and drive improvements related to safety, quality, productivity, inventory accuracy, and on-time delivery.

• Manage operational budgets, labor costs, and overall financial performance.

• Investigate service failures, freight discrepancies, and operational disruptions while implementing corrective actions.

• Review and analyze KPIs, identifying trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Support employee development, succession planning, coaching, disciplinary actions, and performance evaluations.

• Lead startup activities, process improvements, and customer-driven initiatives.

• Promote a positive work environment focused on employee engagement and retention.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent leadership experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in logistics, transportation, warehousing, manufacturing, or distribution.
• Experience managing supervisors and large hourly workforces.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook.

Preferred

• Experience supporting automotive, OEM, or Tier 1 operations.
• Knowledge of cross dock operations, transportation management, material flow, inventory control, and customer service.
• Experience with WMS, TMS, ERP systems, and KPI reporting.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and operational excellence programs.
• Previous experience managing multi-shift operations.