Lead Warehouse Supervisor - Drive Team Success & Efficiency

Universal Logistics Holdings; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Logistics Holdings is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead and support warehouse personnel in Peoria, IL. The role focuses on guiding shift operations, ensuring safety, and maintaining productivity through coaching and effective issue resolution.

This position requires strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency with MS Office and warehouse systems, with 0–5 years of supervisory experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree preferred; equivalent experience also considered.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead and motivate teams.
• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Office and basic warehouse systems.
• Strong problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and a proactive approach.
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong work ethic, reliability, and a team-first attitude.
• 0-5 years of supervisory or leadership experience in warehouse, distribution, or transportation operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support warehouse associates during your shift, ensuring work is completed accurately, efficiently, and safely.
• Monitor productivity, quality, and safety standards to keep operations running smoothly.
• Train, coach, and develop team members to meet performance goals.
• Address employee questions, concerns, and performance issues in real time.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments to support daily workflow.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Enforce company policies, processes, and safety expectations.
• Partner with leadership and other departments to resolve operational issues.
• Complete daily reporting on labor, workflow, and productivity.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Universal Logistics Holdings is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead and support warehouse personnel in Peoria, IL. The role focuses on guiding shift operations, ensuring safety, and maintaining productivity through coaching and effective issue resolution.

This position requires strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency with MS Office and warehouse systems, with 0–5 years of supervisory experience preferred.