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Operations Manager

Echelon Transportation LLC
Downers Grove, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026
Description

Echelon Transportation, LLC

Operations Manager

Title: Operations Manager

Department(s): Operations

Reports to: COO

Direct Reports: Logistics Operations Coordinator, Dispatch, & Maintenance Specialist

Job Summary

The Operations Manager is responsible for owning and driving all floor operations at Echelon, including customer experience, carrier performance, and employee engagement. This is a high-impact leadership role that demands a strong work ethic, relentless attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Success in this role requires hard work, dedication, and the ability to perform in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. The Operations Manager is expected to lead from the front—setting the standard for performance, accountability, and execution—while consistently delivering on aggressive revenue targets and operational budgets on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. This position holds full accountability for managing and developing direct reports through clearly defined KPIs across Customer Satisfaction, Driver Management, Fleet Management, and Facilities Management. The right candidate will actively measure performance, address gaps, and push the team to continuously improve. Working closely with ownership, the Operations Manager will play a key role in both daily execution and long-term strategic decision-making. The focus is simple: maximize truck utilization, drive driver efficiency, reduce operating costs, and maintain elite service quality. This role requires someone who takes ownership, thrives under pressure, and is committed to building a best-in-class operation that reflects and elevates the Echelon brand.

Essential Job Functions

  • Measuring KPIs
  • Managing P&L
  • Managing Direct Reports
  • Internal communication
  • Customer visits
  • Developing vendor relationships
  • Problem Resolution
  • Document Management
  • Equipment Inventory Management
  • Quality Control
  • Leadership

Minimum Requirements

  • Valid Driver’s License (minimum Class D)
  • Must possess a BA or Military Experience
  • Must Pass Criminal Background Check
  • Must Provide Past Employment History
  • Must Pass QMS Training
  • Ability to Pass TSA Screening
  • 5 years’ industry experience

Desired Qualifications

  • Proficiency in MS Office
  • Excellent organizational & leadership skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Experience managing a P&L
  • Driven and persistent with a strong work ethic
  • Good communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to multi-task & work independently
  • Integrity & creativity
  • Positive attitude
  • Competitive, self-starter

Additional Information--HR Use Only

Job Code

300 – Office

Title

Operation Manager – OM

Pay Grade

$65K-80K / Year, Salary Bonus

Benefits

Health & Dental Insurance, PTO

Management? (Yes/No)

Yes

Exempt Employee

Salary : $65,000 - $80,000

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