SR Maintenance Manager

Universal Logistics Holdings • Detroit, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Universal Logistics is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to oversee all maintenance operations at a high-volume warehouse supporting General Motors operations in the Detroit, MI area. This role is crucial for ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting uninterrupted production. The position involves managing maintenance staff, coordinating vendors, developing preventative maintenance programs, troubleshooting equipment issues, and maintaining safety and compliance standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in warehouse or manufacturing maintenance, previous leadership experience, and excellent troubleshooting skills.

Requirements

• 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
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Background in high-volume or automotive operations (GM or similar environment preferred)

Responsibilities

• 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 This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed