Area Manager - Chicago HUB

OnTrac is hiring a HUB Area Manager in Chicago, IL!

Location: 565 S Pinnacle Dr, Romeoville, IL. This position is performed onsite at one of the Company’s operational facilities, unless otherwise specified in the job posting.

Compensation: The expected starting base pay range for this position is $57,120 - $71,400 , with a full potential base salary range over a successful candidate’s tenure in the position of $71,400 - $85,680 . Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, internal equity, and other job-related factors.

Shift: Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM (hours may change based on business needs)

Employment Logistics:

A Yard Manager is essential to maintaining accurate trailer tracking, safe yard operations, and efficient trailer movement. This role provides direct oversight of yard drivers, trailer positioning, YMS accuracy, and adherence to established safety procedures. Dedicated leadership ensures trailers are physically verified, accurately documented, and moved according to operational priorities. The Yard Manager also coordinates with warehouse leadership to prevent congestion, reduce delays, and maintain accountability for all inbound and outbound trailers. This position is critical to protecting freight, preventing service failures, maintaining yard safety, and ensuring the facility can support fluctuating volumes and daily operational demands

Unpacking the Benefits:

Employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Flex vacation in states other than CA, CO, IL, MA, MT, and NE, with accruals up to 96 hours for first year of employment with tenure-based increases up to 160 hours
• Two (2) floating holidays per year
• Paid sick leave*
• Six (6) paid company holidays
• Two (2) weeks paid pregnancy leave, four (4) weeks paid parental bonding leave
• Additional wellness and employee assistance programs

Benefits of eligibility and offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of applicable benefit plans, Company policies, and governing law.

The Must-Haves:

• GED/Diploma required, BA/BS college degree in related discipline preferred
• A minimum of 2 years of industry experience – (ex. logistics, shipping, 3PL) with at least 1 year of demonstrated leadership experience
• Ability to effectively evaluate and summarize data and present answers to questions
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft office and mathematical skills
• Effective communication skills including the ability to give honest, constructive feedback
• Experience with hiring, training, motivating, disciplining, and completing performance evaluations for employees

Work Environment / Physical Requirements:

• You will regularly need to talk or listen.
• You will frequently need to stand, walk, sit, and use your hands to handle or feel.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

Your Mission in Motion:

• Manage, staff and schedule a team of Package Handlers and Lead Package Handlers in an assigned area in the facility to ensure quality standards while maintaining a safe and efficient working environment.
• Monitor employee progress, provide ongoing feedback, identify areas for improvement, and address performance/attendance.
• Conduct pre-sort meetings, keeping employees informed of daily goals, upcoming events, and safety priorities. Maintain an open line of communication to engage employees.
• Record and manage the departures/arrivals of and the flow of volume from designated Linehauls.
• Execute various administrative duties, including but not limited to, safety training, operational audits, and end of shift reporting.

Paving your way to your success:

• You learn and follow all safety regulations and job instructions to perform your primary duties effectively.
• You apply knowledge of OSHA requirements in daily work practices.
• You maintain a flexible schedule to support 24-hour operations, including extended hours, weekends, and holidays when needed.
• You stay dependable and adaptable as business needs, staffing needs, and workload shifts.

Posting Timeline:

This job posting is anticipated to remain open for at least 30 days from the date of posting

Disclosures:

*Washington state employees are eligible for up to 56 hours of paid sick leave annually.

The salary range above represents the national range for this position. The salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at OnTrac, and the actual base salary offered may vary depending on several factors including, but not limited to: Geographic location, candidate experience and qualifications, job-related skills and competencies, market alignment, and financial considerations.

Compensation decisions are made based on the specific circumstances of each hire to ensure fair and competitive pay.

If you are excited to be part of our team and grow with our OnTrac family, we invite you to apply!

OnTrac is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

Lasership, Inc. dba OnTrac Final Mile with its affiliates, including OnTrac Logistics, Inc. (collectively, "OnTrac" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or age. Join us in our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are excited to be part of our team and contribute to our talent acquisition efforts, we invite you to apply.