Hands-On Warehouse Operations Supervisor

Aetna Plywood, Inc.; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Training & career development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Aetna Building Solutions is hiring an Operations Supervisor for our Maywood, IL branch. This hands-on role requires daily presence on the warehouse floor, operating forklifts, coordinating receiving/shipping, and leading by example to keep operations moving.

You will work with the Operations Manager, learn all branch processes, and step in to lead the site when the manager is away. Certification training is provided for forklift use.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years hands-on warehouse/operations experience.
• Lead or supervisory/acting management experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred; certification training provided.
• Ability to perform physical warehouse tasks daily and lead by example.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP/WMS systems and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety practices; familiarity with DOT regulations preferred.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Business, or Supply Chain preferred (or equivalent experience).

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment to receive, move, and stage product.
• Load and unload trucks; secure and document loads.
• Receive inbound freight; verify against PO; process receipts in ERP.
• Pull and stage orders for delivery and will-call.
• Cover warehouse roles as needed to hit daily goals.
• Direct floor workflow; set pace, quality, and safety standards.
• Run the site when the Operations Manager is unavailable.
• Help with production, dispatch, and facilities as needed.
• Coordinate with Inside Sales, Purchasing, and Product Management to keep orders on track.
• Assist with cycle counts and improve inventory processes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Business, or Supply Chain

Tools

ERP/WMS systems

Microsoft Office

Forklift

Job description

Aetna Building Solutions is hiring an Operations Supervisor for our Maywood, IL branch. This hands-on role requires daily presence on the warehouse floor, operating forklifts, coordinating receiving/shipping, and leading by example to keep operations moving.

You will work with the Operations Manager, learn all branch processes, and step in to lead the site when the manager is away. Certification training is provided for forklift use.