SR Maintenance Manager

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.

$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of maintenance experience in warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics
  • Previous leadership experience managing maintenance teams
  • Strong hands-on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
  • Experience with material handling equipment like forklifts and conveyors
  • Background in high-volume or automotive operations preferred
  • Strong communication and leadership abilities
  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-accountability environments
  • Knowledge of safety standards and compliance requirements (OSHA)
  • Valid driver's license required

Responsibilities

  • Own all maintenance operations across the facility
  • Lead and manage maintenance staff and coordinate third-party vendors
  • Develop and execute preventative maintenance programs for equipment
  • Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and facility issues promptly
  • Ensure all maintenance work is performed safely and adheres to standards
  • Manage parts inventory and vendor relationships
  • Maintain logs, inspection records, and compliance documentation
  • Collaborate with operations leadership to support workflow and production
  • Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance and efficiency

Benefits

  • Support from upper management in continuous improvement initiatives
  • Opportunity to work within a high-volume automotive environment
  • Potential for long-term career growth in maintenance management
  • Comprehensive safety protocols and training provided
  • Engagement with third-party vendors, expanding professional network
Full Job Description
This role is based in the Detroit, MI area, supporting General Motors operations within a high-volume warehouse focused on pick and pack, sequencing, and inventory management. We are looking for a hands-on Maintenance Manager to own all maintenance operations, ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting uninterrupted GM production.

What You'll Be Responsible For:
  • Own all maintenance operations across the facility, including equipment uptime and reliability
  • Lead and manage maintenance staff and coordinate third-party vendors
  • Develop and execute preventative maintenance programs for forklifts, conveyors, and warehouse systems
  • Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and facility-related issues quickly to avoid production impact
  • Ensure all maintenance work is performed safely and meets company and regulatory standards
  • Manage parts inventory, vendor relationships, and maintenance-related expenses
  • Maintain maintenance logs, inspection records, and compliance documentation
  • Work closely with operations leadership to support workflow, production demands, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, and increase overall efficiency


What We're Looking For:
  • 5+ years of maintenance experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics environment
  • Previous leadership experience managing maintenance teams
  • Strong hands-on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
  • Experience with material handling equipment such as forklifts, conveyors, and related systems
  • Background in high-volume or automotive operations (GM or similar environment preferred)
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment
  • Familiarity with safety standards and compliance requirements (OSHA, etc.)
  • Valid driver's license required

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