Brian Daniels

Operations & Supply Chain Leader with over 20 years of experience managing high-performance teams in logistics, warehousing, and automotive manufacturing. Proven ability to optimize production, reduce costs, and implement Lean strategies. Adept at cross-functional leadership and committed to continuous improvement. Certified in Lean Six Sigma, OSHA, Logistics, and Management.

Warehouse Manager - Stakes Manufacturing - Eastlake, OH

(2024-06 - 2026-05)

• Oversaw daily warehouse operations in alignment with KPIs and company OKRs.
• Championed Lean principles to eliminate waste and improve process efficiency.
• Managed performance reviews, coaching, and corrective actions for staff.
• Collaborated with leadership to implement production directives and resolve issues.
• Delivered data-driven problem-solving strategies and continuous improvements.

Group Leader - General Motors - Hamtramck, MI

(2022-11 - 2024-06)

• Led cross-functional teams in shipping, receiving, and material delivery.
• Managed staffing, training, and performance of salaried non-bargaining employees.
• Resolved production issues in real time to ensure plant throughput.
• Promoted GM Production Way and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Facilitated safety, quality, and cost improvement projects.

Material Area Manager / Operations Manager - FCA Stellantis - Sterling Heights, MI

(2020-06 - 2022-05)

• Coordinated material supply needs and purchasing to maintain inventory flow.
• Supervised receiving, warehousing, and distribution processes.
• Built supplier relationships and handled emergency material allocation.
• Coached and evaluated team members to improve department performance.

Material Manager / HR Manager - Toyota R&D - Ann Arbor, MI

(2016-07 - 2020-06)

• Managed inventory control and supplier negotiations.
• Supported on-time delivery and procurement strategies.
• Led HR initiatives including recruitment, compensation, and policy development.
• Oversaw benefits, employee orientation, and performance evaluations.

Plant Manager/Quality Manager etc. - Bodycote Thermal - Canton, MI

(2008-11 - 2017-06)

• Prepare and manage departmental budgets.
• Maintain 5S standards.
• Supervise the activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing, testing, and shipping products or materials.
• Interview, select, and train warehouse and supervisory personnel.
• Plan, develop, or implement warehouse safety and security programs and activities.
• Prepare or direct preparation of correspondence, reports, and operations, maintenance, and safety manuals.
• Confer with department heads to coordinate warehouse activities, such as production, sales, records control or purchasing.
• Review invoices, work orders, consumption reports, or demand forecasts to estimate peak delivery periods and to issue work assignments.
• Inspect physical conditions of warehouses, vehicle fleets, or equipment and order testing, maintenance, repairs, or replacements.
• Schedule or monitor air or surface pickup, delivery, or distribution of products or materials.

Associate Degree in Business Management - Advanced Certificate in Business Management - Business Management - Washtenaw Community College (2019)