Night Shift Warehouse Operations Lead

Wayfair; South Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 66,975 - 73,625; Full time

Job summary

Wayfair in South Elgin, IL is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead warehouse operations and drive efficiency in a full-time role. You will supervise staff, allocate shifts, ensure safety compliance, and collaborate with managers to meet targets.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in distribution, strong leadership, and the ability to lift heavy loads and work overtime as needed. This role offers base pay within the stated range and a chance to contribute to Wayfair’s logistics network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in management, administration, supply chain, customer service, or 5+ years working experience in product distribution to customer base.
• Knowledge of the safety and legal documentation processes for handling related warehouse activities (MSDS, Equipment checklist, BOL).
• Working understanding of Warehouse Management System.
• Should have excellent leadership and administration skills and abilities.
• Strong motivational, effectual team building, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to effectively manage time and resolve crises.
• Must be comfortable repeatedly lifting up to 75 pounds unassisted and maneuvering product 150+ pounds unassisted or via team lift.
• Able to read and comprehend English to ensure your safety and the safety of those working around you.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the functions and working of the warehouse workers.
• Delegate and assign tasks and targets and evaluate the work of the staff.
• Adhere to the compliance of all legal and safety procedures.
• Supervise proper shift allocations and ensure efficiency of all warehouse staff.
• Organize and conduct necessary training activities for the staff and workers.
• Ensure the proper functioning and safe operations of all warehouse tools and equipment.
• Work effectively with other managers within functional team and supports new team members.
• Drive specific initiatives that have proven business results.
• Proactively think beyond the explicit assignment to ask second-order questions and identify additional analytic needs.
• Accurately, quickly, and clearly answer questions related to your area of focus.
• Be viewed as a credible company expert on your area of focus.
• Effectively prepare and run internal meetings with supporting analytics and data.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Safety compliance

Training

Shift planning

Team building

Data analysis

English literacy

Crises management

Education

Bachelor’s or associate degree in management, administration, supply chain, customer service

Job description

Wayfair in South Elgin, IL is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead warehouse operations and drive efficiency in a full-time role. You will supervise staff, allocate shifts, ensure safety compliance, and collaborate with managers to meet targets.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in distribution, strong leadership, and the ability to lift heavy loads and work overtime as needed. This role offers base pay within the stated range and a chance to contribute to Wayfair’s logistics network.