SR Safety Supervisor

UNIVERSAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Logistics in Lake Orion, MI is seeking a Safety Supervisor to maintain a safe, compliant, and high-performing workplace while supporting GM operations. You will drive safety initiatives, investigations, and training across shifts to ensure adherence to OSHA standards.

The role requires 2–5 years in safety/quality/ops in manufacturing or logistics, proficiency with MS Office, and a Bachelor’s degree with OSHA 30 or equivalent certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and incident investigation practices.
• Experience supporting safety and quality requirements in manufacturing/logistics.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills with ability to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-site safety and quality compliance with OSHA standards.
• Serve as primary contact for OSHA, GM EHS, and internal safety requirements.
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations and corrective actions.
• Conduct safety audits, floor observations, and employee coaching.
• Maintain safety documentation, compliance records, and customer reporting.

Skills

OSHA regulations

Incident investigation

Communication skills

Safety management systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

OSHA 30 or similar certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 provider (3PL) offering customized supply chain solutions that drive efficiency and cost savings for customers across North America.

Our operation in Lake Orion, MI supports General Motors' manufacturing operations , providing production support, sequencing, material flow, and inventory management services. We are seeking a Safety Supervisor to help maintain a safe, compliant, and high-performing work environment while supporting the success of our GM customer operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure on-site safety and quality compliance in alignment with Universal Logistics, GM, and OSHA standards.
• Serve as the primary contact for OSHA, GM EHS, and internal safety requirements.
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Conduct safety audits, floor observations, and employee coaching to reinforce safe work practices.
• Maintain safety documentation, compliance records, and customer reporting requirements.
• Lead safety onboarding, training, and refresher programs while supporting PIT, material handling, and site-specific safety initiatives.
• Partner with Operations and HR to support daily execution, standard work compliance, and operational launches with a strong focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in a safety, quality, or operations support role within manufacturing, automotive, or logistics environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety management systems, and incident investigation practices.
• Experience supporting customer-specific safety and quality requirements, preferably within a GM-supported operation.
• Proven ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and reporting tools; ability to support flexible schedules and multiple shifts as needed.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, OSHA 30 or similar certifications, and experience in automotive, EV, battery, launch, or startup environments preferred.