Logistics Supervisor

LaSalle Network; North Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

LaSalle Network is hiring a Logistics Supervisor in North Aurora, Illinois to lead a production team and oversee outbound shipping in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will supervise up to 12 Production Operators and 1 Shipping Coordinator, coordinate freight with carriers, palletize products, and ensure on-time shipments to the U.S. and Canada.

This on-site, Monday–Friday role offers $30–$40 per hour and benefits for contract consultants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 3–5 years in logistics with at least 2 years in supervision.
• Hands-on experience with domestic U.S. freight and carriers.

Responsibilities

• Supervise up to 12 Production Operators and 1 Shipping Coordinator.
• Oversee day-to-day shipping and logistics operations within active production.
• Communicate with suppliers, carriers, and customers to ensure smooth logistics operations.
• Coordinate outbound freight and manage relationships with shipping vendors/carriers.
• Direct the preparation of manufactured product for shipment, including palletizing.
• Manage and adjust staffing based on daily production needs.
• Hold team members accountable while fostering a collaborative floor environment.
• Partner with production and shipping personnel to ensure on-time outbound shipments.
• Support domestic U.S. shipping operations, with occasional international shipments into Canada.

Skills

People leadership

Shipping operations

Production floor awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Job description

LaSalle Network is hiring for a Logistics Supervisor to join a well-established manufacturing organization, located in North Aurora, Illinois. This opportunity is ideal for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced production environment and has a proven track record of managing both people and shipping/logistics operations.

This Logistics Supervisor role offers the chance to lead a team of production operators and a shipping coordinator while overseeing outbound freight and shipping operations for a company that ships throughout the U.S. and into Canada. If you're a strong people manager with hands‑on shipping experience and thrive in a production environment, this could be the perfect next step.

Logistics Supervisor Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead up to 12 Production Operators and 1 Shipping Coordinator
• Oversee day‑to‑day shipping and logistics operations within an active production environment
• Communicate with suppliers, carriers, and customers to ensure smooth logistics operations.
• Coordinate outbound freight and manage relationships with shipping vendors/carriers
• Direct the preparation of manufactured product for shipment, including palletizing
• Manage and adjust staffing based on daily production needs
• Hold team members accountable while fostering a collaborative, productive floor environment
• Partner with production and shipping personnel to ensure smooth, on‑time outbound shipments
• Support domestic U.S. shipping operations, with occasional international shipments into Canada

What's Needed?

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in logistics or a related role, with at least 2 years in a supervisory position.
• Hands‑on experience with domestic U.S. freight, shipping and shipping vendors/carriers
• Comfortable working on the production floor and understanding how production impacts shipping

What's In It for Me?

• Opportunity to lead a team within a growing manufacturing operation
• Hands‑on leadership role overseeing both people and logistics functions

Key Details

• Compensation: $30-$40 per hour
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, approximately 7:00 AM-4:00 PM
• Benefits (Contract): LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit: https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/
• Location: North Aurora, Illinois
• Work Model: On‑site, 5 days/week