Operations Managers for hire in Detroit, MI

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  • Most popular skills

    Leadership12%
    Communication Skills6%
    Analysis Skills5%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree42%
    Associate's degree21%
    High school diploma or GED16%
  • Years of experience

    6-10 years14%
    More than 10 years86%
  • Current company

    FedEx Ground
    Advanced Vehicle Assemblies
    Amazon
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year5%
    1-2 years29%
    2-5 years36%

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Last updated: Sep 7, 2026

Operations Manager: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Detroit, MI: $82,020 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $59,479$113,102 yearly

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  • Operations Manager

    Pontiac, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Quality AuditorChauffeur's PermitCertified Quality InspectorCertified Quality TechnicianASQC CertificationDriver's License+4 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingTime Management
  • Transportation/Inbound/Inventory Control Operations Manager

    Farmington, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseCPRForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingWarehouse Supervisor Experience
  • Operations Manager

    Auburn Hills, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Project ManagerPMPServsafe Alcohol CertificationDriver's LicenseTIPSCertified Supply Chain Professional+1 more

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsProduct ManagementSAP Supply Chain ManagementSustainable SourcingJust-In-Time
  • Operations Manager

    Canton, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationEngineer in TrainingDriver's LicenseCPRForklift Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementEHSManagement
  • Operations Manager

    Redford, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    SHRM Certified ProfessionalLean Six Sigma Green BeltLean Six Sigma Black BeltSenior Professional in Human Resources

    Skills

    Strategic PlanningAnalysis SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperiencePerformance ReviewsTeam Member Evaluation
  • Operations Manager

    Taylor, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    Blueprint ReadingDriver's LicenseGd&tInterpreting Technical Drawings

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsMetal Machining

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What's the average time to fill an operations manager role?

The average time to fill an operations manager role is 46 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do operations managers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an operations manager include: leadership, communication skills and analysis skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for an operations manager?

Common licenses or certifications for operations managers include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and CPR.

What are some job titles related to operations managers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to operations managers include: transportation/inbound/inventory control operations manager, sr operations manager and experience operations manager.

What level of education is common for an operations manager?

Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for an operations manager in Detroit, MI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for an operations manager?

Most operations managers have 23 years of professional experience.

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