Jobs in Clawson Michigan

Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successful 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. Apply today to become part of the Universal team!

Universal Logistics Holdings is a multi-billion dollar logistics provider. We have been in the industry for over 90 years and are proud of our awards and affiliations with industry leaders. Universal celebrates our employees who have company pride and the drive to succeed. Behind our services, technology, and systems stands a talented team that truly delivers results and drives everything we do. Come join the team that made it possible for us to be named Great Supply Chain Partner 2020, Top 50 Logistics Company 2020, Top 100 For-Hire Carrier 2020, and General Motors Carrier of the Year for 2021! Learn more at: join Universal? We offer...

• Competitive pay with performance reviews
• Major medical, vision, and dental benefits, FSA, HSA, 401k, life insurance, long term disability, and more!
• Paid holidays and paid vacation
• Career development and upward progression within a growing company
• In-depth, hands-on training

Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Problem solving and analytical skills, as well as a strong attention to detail
• Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Logistics knowledge/experience preferred but not necessary
• A competitive and career oriented mindset
• Desire to surround customer with excellence in service

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Coordinating contractor and driver activities
• Managing inbound and outbound freight flow
• Planning and implementing delivery routes for drivers
• Effective communication with terminal operations personnel to build strong connectivity between terminal and corporate operations
• Management of internal operating procedures
• Processing multiple calls simultaneously from internal as well as external customers
• Ownership of all communication regarding changes that impact internal and external customers
• Various reports on production, quality, timeliness, staffing, maintenance, and discrepancies
• Other tasks delegated by the customer and/or Corporate Dispatch team

Universal Intermodal offers a competitive base salary and benefits package including medical, dental, 401K, and vacation in addition to offering upward mobility within the company. If you are an energetic, self-motivated individual with the drive to become part of a growing organization, please reply with an attachment of your resume and salary requirements for consideration.

Job Type: Full-time

Interior Validation Engineer

Job Description :

• Lead the validation activities for Slate Interior program as primary interface to Engineering, out-source test labs, suppliers, DV vehicle fleet, etc.
• Facilitate physical validation activities with Slate and test facilities: Document disposition and drive issue closure to meet program timing
• Obtain timely test vendor quotes for all testing activities, facilitate testing by creating purchase Orders and Test Requests
• Support Slate pursuit/quote team with cost estimates
• Represent Slate at testing Reviews
• Develop, manage and publish DVP&R for specific sub-systems to meet program timing.
• Work effectively in a team environment with a cross-functional team: design engineering, suppliers, CAE, quality, craftsmanship, manufacturing, purchasing
• Develop and maintain validation timing plans
• Establish effective communications (written and verbal) between interior engineering, internal groups and suppliers
• Generate and implement cost savings ideas
• Document test results and issues in Slate Polarion system as required
• Be an integral part of an energetic team that's challenging the status quo of vehicle design.

What you bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited university or equivalent.
• 3+ years of validation engineering / testing experience in the automotive industry.
• Ability to use lab equipment to support internal Interior validation testing.
• Experience in working with suppliers and internal customers
• Energetic personality: Self-starter with a high passion for success.
• Excellent organization and planning skills.
• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple complex tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to travel to visit suppliers, test labs and Slate sites; up to 20% domestically / locally.
• Microsoft Office proficiency: Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
• High level of integrity and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment.
• Multiple Vehicle Interior product engineering experience (Instrument panels, door trim, floor consoles, trim, seating, etc.)

We are looking for an experienced legal assistant with a minimum of five years' experience working in a law firm to join our team on a full-time basis to support our Managing Partner and paralegal team. This position is in person / in office. This position requires a highly motivated and energetic person with a high degree of accuracy, excellent grammar, proofreading and organizational skills. Candidate should have the ability to arrange workload in order of importance, as well as a willingness to undertake additional responsibilities and assist others when needed. This role requires a proactive individual with exceptional organizational skills and a meticulous approach to managing deadlines. The ideal candidate will be a problem solver with a professional demeanor, outstanding communication skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications:

· 5+ years of experience as a legal assistant in a law firm

· Proficient in Microsoft 365 Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel)

· Proficiency with Smokeball or similar case management software

· Superior organizational skills

· Able to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

· Keen attention to details

· Calendar and deadline management skills

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Effective problem-solving abilities

· Collaborates and cooperates with other staff members

· Proactive attitude toward work

Roles & Responsibilities:

· Organize emails and other case-related documents into case folders within the document management system.

· Coordinate scheduling and extensive calendar management.

· Draft, edit, format, and finalize documents.

· Request documents from clients.

· Assist in document management; drafting, proofing and editing correspondence, memos, briefs, forms, engagement letters and document assembly in proper legal form; files legal documents with appropriate attachments, both electronically and via traditional filing methods.

· Proofread and edit documents to ensure accuracy and professional appearance.

· Opens new files, performs conflict of interest checks through conflicts control system, and maintains all electronic and physical client and general files in a neat and orderly condition.

· Maintains attorney calendars and deadline reminders, including but not limited to appointments and follow-up dates.

· Answers telephone calls in a courteous and professional manner; forwards messages to the intended parties; answers non-legal questions. Places phone calls as needed or requested.

· Arranges for the proper delivery of documents/projects via courier runs, hand-deliveries, Federal Express, UPS, Express Mail, etc.; provides complete information to courier for delivery.

· Enters and proofreads time in the billing system; to the extent possible, ensures accurate entry of complete information before each monthly deadline on an as needed basis.

· Attend staff meetings, training sessions and other required employee meetings.

· Copying, typing, scanning, faxing and any other general office duties as needed.

· Maintains confidentiality in all firm and client matters.

· Assists with other firm work as directed by attorney or paralegal.

Company Description

Personal Injury boutique Birmingham, MI lawfirm. Excellent working environment.

Role Description

This is an on-site, full-time role for a Legal Secretary based in Birmingham, MI. The Legal Secretary will be responsible for providing administrative support to attorneys, preparing legal documents, managing legal calendars, and maintaining accurate client files. Responsibilities also include handling correspondence, coordinating court filings, scheduling appointments, and performing general clerical duties. The candidate will serve as a vital resource for ensuring the office runs efficiently and professionally in adherence to legal practices.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and expertise in law, with the ability to assist with legal-related tasks including research and understanding legal terminology
• Experience with legal document preparation and familiarity with legal procedures
• Proficiency in clerical skills, such as organizing, filing, and managing office tasks
• Competence in managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and keeping track of deadlines and court dates
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in using legal and office software tools
• A bachelor's degree or relevant certification in a legal-related field is a plus
• Previous experience in a similar role within a law firm or legal environment is advantageous

Purchasing Estimator / Purchasing Agent

Location: Detroit Metro Area (100% in-office)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Estimator / Purchasing Agent to join our residential homebuilding team. This is a high-volume role where you will play a critical part in managing project purchases and supporting smooth construction operations.

What You'll Do

• Purchase trades and materials for each new project.
• Create and manage Master Purchase Orders in Newstar.
• Issue POs and handle any issues for assigned projects.
• Pull permits for assigned projects.
• Work in a fast-paced environment—you will always be engaged.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in residential construction and strong understanding of how a home is built.
• Degree in Construction preferred, or equivalent experience processing construction POs or working in construction.
• Computer-oriented with comfort in using software to manage purchasing and project details.
• Candidates with a minimum of 3 years in their current role.

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. Apply today to become part of the Universal team!

Universal Logistics Holdings is a multi-billion dollar logistics provider. We have been in the industry for over 90 years and are proud of our awards and affiliations with industry leaders. Universal celebrates our employees who have company pride and the drive to succeed. Behind our services, technology, and systems stands a talented team that truly delivers results and drives everything we do. Come join the team that made it possible for us to be named Great Supply Chain Partner 2020, Top 50 Logistics Company 2020, Top 100 For-Hire Carrier 2020, and General Motors Carrier of the Year for 2021! Learn more at: the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Customer Service Representative (CSR) to support daily intermodal operations. This role involves managing work orders, tracking rail and port activity, coordinating appointments, and serving as the main communication link between customers, dispatch teams, and carriers. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‐paced environment, is highly organized, and wants to grow within a leading logistics provider.

Key Responsibilities:

Work Order Management

• Enter import, export, and reposition work orders into our Filemaker system.
• Update statuses, including PN and APT milestones.
• Verify order details such as rates, accessorial fees, and storage charges.
• Schedule pre-pulls and coordinate appointment times with dispatch.
• Accept freight loads and update customer websites and portals.

Container Tracking + Rail & Port Coordination

• Trace container locations across major rail networks (CN, CSX, NS, CP, KCS, BNSF, UP).
• Monitor vessel arrivals and grounding status using port websites.
• Update last free day (LFD), earliest return date (ERD), and other time-sensitive data.

Customer Communication

• Follow up on deliveries, cut-off times, and container availability.
• Coordinate pick-up numbers, loading times, and delivery schedules with shippers and consignees.
• Provide accurate and timely updates throughout the shipment lifecycle.

Quoting & Rates

• Generate customer and carrier quotes, including fuel, chassis, detention, and other accessorial charges.
• Verify freight legality, including weight and Hazmat considerations.

Problem Solving

• Analyze and resolve customer or shipment issues proactively.
• Work closely with dispatch, terminal operations, and field teams to ensure smooth service execution.

What We're Looking For

• Strong communication skills
• Computer proficiency and ability to learn new systems (Filemaker experience a plus)
• High attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Problem-solving mindset and customer-first attitude
• Logistics or transportation experience helpful, but we're willing to train!

Why Join Universal?

• Career growth with a respected, established logistics leader
• A team-oriented environment with hands-on training
• Opportunity to be part of an award‐winning industry leader with nearly a century of excellence

Reporting to the Director of Operations, this role is responsible for managing individual

projects to include all aspects of planning and execution from the time an order is received

to the time payment is received from the customer. This role will be the direct point of

contact for all project inquiries/updates for their specific projects, both internal and external.

Planning, organizing, coordinating, reporting and ensuring on-time and on-budget

completion of their own projects are essential duties of the Project Manager.

Goals

• Achieve lead time and cost targets for contracts.

• Strive for department deliverables to be right the first time.

• Deliver a service experience that exceeds our customers' expectations.

Measurements

• Profit & Margin on assigned contracts.

• On Time Delivery to Revenue Projections.

• Quality of Work (Reduction of Errors).

Principle Duties

• Provide direct, day-to-day management of assigned projects and meet regularly with

various team members to ensure projects and essential activities are on track. Deliver

regular reporting to management, direct reports and team members as required.

• Determine priorities consistent with planned capacity, identify resource requirements,

facilitate contract performance reviews, and ensure competencies and performance

metrics are met while providing oversight to assure that schedules are maintained and

achieved.

• Responsible for managing assigned contracts and delivering projects on time, at

budget, ensuring all contract specific requirements are met.

• Develop and maintain monthly and quarterly revenue forecasts.

• Clearly define and communicate the customer's expectations regarding delivery, quality,

product performance, technical requirements, document submittals, agency approvals,

communications, reporting, witness / hold points, packaging, testing, shipment, and

Role Summary

Job Description and Duties

payment.

• Provides regular status reports to management containing assessments of contract

status relative to cost, delivery, customer submittals, and risk.

• Maintain a clear understanding of the material types and grades being ordered in the

BOM, including the applicable specifications, code requirements, safety class and other

pertinent requirements.

• Maintain control of costs in accordance with the original estimate to ensure achievement

of quoted contribution margin. Managing contribution margin is a key responsibility and

must be communicated to the Director of Operations if a significant change occurs or is

anticipated.

• Develop & manage an individual project schedule to coordinate customer progress

updates, including milestone achievements. Review and provide guidance schedules,

develop, manage and display relevant KPIs for the team's performance.

• Follow the Operation Procedures per our QA Manual.

• Other related duties as required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an

employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential

functions.

• Employee may work near moving mechanical parts.

• Employee will be exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, fumes and odors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Due to Federal Contract requirements, US Citizenship is required for this position.

• Bachelor's Degree preferably in Engineering or Project Management.

• 3-5 years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of

education and experience. Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred, but

not required.

• A strong team player with demonstrated leadership skills.

• Ability to successfully lead a diverse team, as well as organize and manage

multiple projects of varying complexity.

• Ability to read & interpret engineering drawings, standards and specifications.

• Ability to utilize available resources effectively to solve problems as they occur.

• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project and Salesforce CRM.

• Strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal. Exceptional attention to detail.

• Ability to work with and manage outside vendors.

• A highly motivated self-starter that works well without supervision.

Supply Chain Solutions Analyst

Central Transport, LLC, a leader in LTL (less-than-truckload) transportation for more than 90 years is currently seeking a Supply Chain Solutions Analyst at our corporate office in Warren, MI. We are in search of an assertive, highly organized individual who is looking to begin a career or is looking to take the next step. This critical position will primarily focus on data analysis of our customer scorecards looking for continued improvement on scorecard metrics ensuring accurate reporting.

This opportunity is for those seeking full-time employment with a fiscally responsible, technologically superior, transportation and logistics provider who continues to grow. If you enjoy an energetic, team-oriented environment and would like the chance to be a part of a fast- paced, top performing transportation company, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities would include:

• Analysis of Scorecard Metrics
• Research Data for process improvement
• Prepare & implement process improvement
• Report findings with progress
• Internal communication across departments
• External communication with customers

Qualifications

• Base EDI knowledge a plus

• Strong analytical and communication skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel & MS Outlook

• Ability to multi-task and exceptional time management skills

Location:

• Located out of our corporate office in Warren, MI.
• Fully Onsite, Monday-Friday

Salary and Benefits:

• $52,000-$65,000 Salary Range
• Medical/dental/vision benefits
• Paid vacation
• Collaborative environment
• Opportunity for advancement

Job Type: Full-time

The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving the company's key performance indicators by delivering an exceptional in-store experience. In order to do this, the candidate will build and train an effective team, and effectively incorporate business trends and customer feedback into the training of employees.

Responsibilities

• Build effective relationships with associates, peers and supervisor to develop a high performing team
• Analyze reporting and business trends to make strategic decisions to drive results
• Directly supervise the business, ensuring, and maintaining high quality standards
• Consistently assess and provide ongoing performance feedback to all levels of team members

Qualifications

• Minimum high school education or equivalent
• 2+ years' of retail or equivalent management experience
• Strong verbal or written communication skills

• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, ethical sourcing standards, and trade requirements. Support sustainability, regulatory, and customer requirements.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and sourcing approvals

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
• Define supplier footprint, sourcing models, and localization strategies.
• Monitor commodity market trends, capacity constraints, and cost drivers.

• Lead RFQs/RFPs, supplier evaluations, and sourcing decisions.
• Conduct commercial negotiations (pricing, LTAs, tooling, payment terms, indexation)
• Award business in alignment with internal approval and governance processes.

• Drive year-over-year cost reductions and total cost of ownership improvements.
• Perform cost analysis and cost modeling, track and validate savings with Finance.

• Manage global supplier relationships across quality, cost, delivery, and responsiveness.
• Support supplier performance reviews and corrective action follow up.

• Support new product launches by ensuring suppliers meet APQP, PPAP, and SOP requirements and coordinate sourcing timelines with internal stakeholders.
• Ensure tooling, capacity, and commercial readiness to support launch milestones.

• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, develop contingency plans
• Lead supplier-related escalation management during disruptions

• Prioritize safety and comply with the Health and Safety Management System.
• Support risk reduction, hazard identification, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and wellness legislation and standards.
• Uphold and adhere to the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.

• Promote the global Environmental Management System with a focus on footprint reduction, recycling, and resource efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and standards.

• Supply Chain Management
• Business Administration / Commerce
• Purchasing or Procurement Management or other related field – or equivalent experience

• Tier 1 automotive suppliers or OEM automotive manufacturing
• Contract and negotiation experience

• MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• ERP Systems
• eSourcing / RFQ platforms
• Supplier performance management tools

• Costing & Financial Analysis Tools
• Automotive Specific Systems and Processes
• (PPAP, APQP)