Manufacturing Warehouse Supervisor – Operations & Team Lead

LHH; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 weeks vacation

Paid sick leave where applicable by州

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Life Insurance

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization to hire a hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to lead receiving, inventory control, and storeroom operations at its busy manufacturing facility in Chicago. You will guide a small team, develop talent, and drive process improvements in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in warehouse/inventory roles, 2+ years of supervisory experience, and strong ERP/AS400, RF scanning, and forklift skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of warehouse, storeroom, or inventory management experience.
• 2+ years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success leading warehouse teams and improving operational performance.
• Experience with ERP systems; AS400 experience strongly preferred.
• Experience using RF scanning technology.
• Forklift and material handling equipment experience.
• Knowledge of inventory control, cycle counting, and replenishment systems.
• Experience supporting lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational excellence initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily warehouse, storeroom, and receiving operations.
• Ensure accurate receipt, storage, and movement of raw materials and inventory.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counting and inventory control processes.
• Oversee replenishment activities supporting manufacturing operations.
• Manage FIFO inventory practices and material rotation.
• Monitor inventory variances and coordinate corrective actions.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of warehouse and receiving personnel.
• Assign daily workloads and establish operational priorities.
• Conduct training, performance management, and employee development activities.
• Foster a safe, accountable, and teamwork-oriented culture.
• Oversee inbound shipments, unloading, material verification, and receiving activities.
• Ensure proper documentation and system transactions are accurately completed.
• Coordinate inspection and processing of incoming materials.
• Manage internal material movements and workflow requirements.
• Support return material processes and inventory reconciliation activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse processes, efficiency, and productivity.
• Implement best practices for inventory control and material handling.
• Collaborate with operations, quality, and production teams to streamline workflows.
• Drive initiatives that increase accuracy, safety, and operational performance.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

AS400 ERP

RF scanning

Forklift equipment

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization to hire a hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to lead receiving, inventory control, and storeroom operations at its busy manufacturing facility in Chicago. You will guide a small team, develop talent, and drive process improvements in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in warehouse/inventory roles, 2+ years of supervisory experience, and strong ERP/AS400, RF scanning, and forklift skills.