Logistics Manager
Salary Range: $60,000–$85,000/Yr DOE. Full-time, in-office position located in Orem, UT.
About The Role
MITY Inc. is seeking a hands-on Logistics Manager to oversee the movement of materials and finished products throughout our Orem manufacturing operation. This position is responsible for inbound materials, warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, outbound freight, and the day-to-day leadership of the logistics and warehouse team. This is a working manager position. The Logistics Manager will spend significant time on the warehouse floor, leading by example, resolving problems, and helping ensure production has the materials it needs and customer orders are shipped safely, accurately, on time, and within budget.
Responsibilities
- Plan and oversee inbound shipments of raw materials and components to support production schedules.
- Manage finished-goods receiving, put-away, picking, packing, staging, and loading.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient warehouse and loading dock.
- Coordinate with production and scheduling teams to align material flow and shipping timelines.
- Manage relationships with freight carriers, suppliers, and other logistics partners.
- Book and negotiate outbound freight, including LTL, FTL, oversized, and specialized shipments.
- Monitor freight costs and resolve delivery delays, damaged shipments, and freight claims.
- Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, reconciliation, and proper ERP system transactions.
- Lead, schedule, train, and develop the warehouse and logistics team.
- Establish clear expectations and work alongside the team when additional support is needed.
- Track and improve key performance indicators, including on-time shipping, order accuracy, freight costs, inventory accuracy, and dock throughput.
- Identify and implement process improvements that reduce delays, inventory, waste, and operating costs.
- Ensure compliance with forklift, loading dock, material-handling, and warehouse safety requirements.
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
- At least three years of experience in logistics, warehousing, distribution, supply chain, or a related operational role.
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
- At least one year of experience leading or supervising employees.
- Hands-on leadership style; comfortable working alongside the team and stepping in when additional support is needed.
- Working knowledge of LTL and FTL freight, carrier management, and freight-cost control.
- Experience using ERP, inventory-management, or warehouse-management systems.
- Ability to use spreadsheets and operational data to monitor performance and make informed decisions.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to remain calm, decisive, and solutions-focused when priorities change or operational challenges arise.
- Forklift experience or certification is preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent is required; associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field is preferred.
About MITY Inc.
MITY Inc. is a leading manufacturer of commercial furniture and seating solutions headquartered in Orem, Utah. Since 1987, we have grown into a family of trusted brands, including MityLite, Holsag, Bertolini, and Broda. Our products are used by hotels, universities, healthcare and senior-living communities, houses of worship, convention centers, and public venues throughout the world.
Core Values
- Make It Safe
- Improve Each Day
- Trust Is Key
- You Matter