Assistant Transportation Manager (Night Shift)

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At AWH Logistics, we don't just move freight - we move careers forward. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment where leadership, innovation, and teamwork are valued. If you're passionate about logistics and ready to grow with an industry leader, we want to hear from you!

Position Details

Title: Assistant Transportation Manager

Location: Lansing, MI

Shift: Nights (10:00 PM - 7:00 AM)

Base Salary: $68,000 What You'll Do as the Assistant Transportation Manager, you will help lead our Lansing facility's night operations. You'll support and oversee transportation functions to ensure timely, compliant, and cost-effective service.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and support transportation staff to maintain smooth operations.

Ensure on-time pickups, deliveries, and workflow accuracy.

Monitor and manage budgets, optimizing costs without compromising service.

Oversee third-party transportation vendors and maintain strong working relationships.

Enforce DOT compliance and maintain accurate records.

Promote a safe, respectful, and productive work culture.

Oversee training, evaluations, coaching, hiring, and terminations for the night shift team.

Ensure top-tier customer service from all transportation staff.

Manage and track fleet assets for efficiency and cost control.

Utilize Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and tools like Samsara for tracking, compliance, and analytics.

Assist with scanning, delivery, pick-up procedures, and OS&D resolution.

Coordinate with operations to ensure timely dispatching. What You Bring

Minimum 2 years of experience in transportation/fleet operations.

Minimum 2 years of leadership experience (team supervision, training, and performance management).

Strong proficiency in transportation systems, route planning, and analytics.

Knowledge of DOT compliance, mapping, and routing.

Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, or adjust shifts as needed.

Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license. Why AWH Logistics?

Full benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and more.

Team-focused culture rooted in respect, communication, and growth.

Opportunities for advancement within a fast-growing company.

We value safety, compliance, and doing things the right way-every time.

Accessibility & Equal Opportunity

AWH Logistics is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process.

Let's move forward-together.