Distribution Center Supervisor (Dekalb, IL)

3m; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 84,595 - 103,394; Full time

Job summary

3M is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor in DeKalb, IL to lead a 3rd shift of 50+ hourly employees and drive safety, quality, and productivity improvements at the DK6 Distribution Center.

The role focuses on staffing deployments, shift prioritization, and Lean Management System participation to achieve cost savings and operational excellence. Classically requires leadership in distribution or manufacturing settings and a strong background in warehouse processes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start).
• Three (3) years of Leadership experience in a private, public, government or military environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, or Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Five (5) years of experience in Distribution, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing in a private, public, government or military environment.
• Skills include public speaking, conflict resolution, time management, team building, data analysis, Microsoft Office Suite, and knowledge of all warehouse processes.
• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Responsibilities

• Leads 50+ production hourly employees on the 3rd Shift.
• Implements process improvements in Safety, Quality, and Productivity at the DK6 Distribution Center in DeKalb, IL.
• Determine staffing deployments and task prioritizations for the shift.
• Supports Lean Six Sigma annual cost savings goals and leads the 3rd Shift Crew in Lean Management System Tier meetings.
• Willingness to work 3rd Shift hours (10:30 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.).

Skills

Public speaking

Conflict resolution

Time management

Team building

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Warehouse processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, or Engineering

Job description

Warehouse Supervisor

Responsibilities:

• Leads 50+ production hourly employees on the 3rd Shift.
• Implements process improvements in Safety, Quality, and Productivity at the DK6 Distribution Center in DeKalb, IL.
• Determine staffing deployments and task prioritizations for the shift.
• Supports Lean Six Sigma annual cost savings goals and leads the 3rd Shift Crew in Lean Management System Tier meetings.
• Willingness to work 3rd Shift hours (10:30 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.).

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start).
• Three (3) years of Leadership experience in a private, public, government or military environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, or Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Five (5) years of experience in Distribution, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing in a private, public, government or military environment.
• Skills include public speaking, conflict resolution, time management, team building, data analysis, Microsoft Office Suite, and knowledge of all warehouse processes.
• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Work Location:

• Work location: DeKalb, IL.
• Travel: May include up to 5% domestic.
• Relocation: May be authorized.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation range: $84,595 – $103,394 (base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible).

Benefits include medical, dental & vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits.

Additional information available at https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.

EEO Statement

3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.