Warehouse Supervisor (3rd Shift)
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Joliet, IL, US
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Logistics
- Posted
Skills
Nice to have
- Experience operating or overseeing use of Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
- Prior experience utilizing Blue Yonder or Körber WMS systems.
- Understanding of warehouse operations with experience in a distribution and/or manufacturing environment.
- Physical Requirements This position requires the physical ability to:
- Stand and/or walk for extended periods (up to 8 hours, depending on shift)
- Sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed
- Climb stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds at various heights including ground-level and racking zones occasionally
- Reach with hands and arms overhead and below waist level
- Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
- Occasionally lift heavier items with or without assistance
- Use fine motor skills/manual dexterity to operate equipment, tools, or keyboards
- Frequently use hands and fingers to handle, grasp, or control objects
- See clearly at close range and at distance, with peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
- Hear and understand verbal instructions, alarms, and equipment signals in a noisy environment
- Sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk while working on a computer
- Speak and hear clearly in person, virtually, and over the phone
- Work Environment
- This position operates in a hybrid environment, with responsibilities carried out in both a warehouse setting and an office environment. In the warehouse, the employee is exposed to:
- Varying temperatures, including but not limited to refrigerated or non-climate controlled areas
- Loud noise levels, such as machinery, forklifts, and conveyor systems
- Dust, odors, and airborne particles
- Concrete flooring and moving mechanical equipment
- Frequent exposure to powered industrial vehicles and warehouse traffic
- The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests. In the office environment, the employee will use standard offi
Full description
Schedule: (3rd Shift - Monday to Friday from 9:30 pm - 6:00 am)
Compensation:
Compensation Range: $64,500 - 70,000 annuallyIncentive eligible: No
Position Overview
The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for leading and engaging employees at the Logistics Center to achieve productivity, quality, and safety goals. This role oversees a specific shift and focuses heavily on coaching, supporting, and developing the team to ensure efficient and consistent performance. The Warehouse Supervisor will also work closely with cross-functional teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives and operational best practices.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Engage and Inspire the Workforce
Build strong relationships with employees through daily interaction and motivation.
Lead daily shift meetings to align the team on priorities and expectations.
Address employee concerns and resolve issues; escalate when needed.
Clearly communicate team goals, performance results, and updates.
Lead and participate in site-wide activities, including social awareness initiatives and employee events.
Facilitate monthly safety committee meetings and foster a safety-first culture.
Lead and participate in site management meetings and employee roundtables.
Foster positive employee relations and support efforts to maintain a union-free workplace.
Drive Operational Excellence
Understand and communicate shift, customer, and Logistics Center goals.
Execute daily work plans, adjusting workflows as needed to meet targets.
Apply CJ Logistics America's Labor Management Program, including regular performance observations.
Support inventory control and quality assurance by participating in audits.
Provide frontline input on staffing needs to leadership.
Collaborate with leadership on supply management and maintenance scheduling.
Manage and Develop Employee Performance (Includes Safety, Quality, and Productivity)
Observe, coach, and provide timely performance feedback.
Track and communicate Forklift Operator productivity and quality metrics.
Conduct regular safety observations and participate actively in safety initiatives.
Oversee employee timekeeping and attendance, ensuring payroll compliance.
Promote and implement operational best practices.