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 a hands-on Operations Supervisor for our Maywood branch. This is a working supervisor role. You'll be on the warehouse floor every day with the team: running a forklift, receiving freight, pulling orders, and loading trucks. You'll also keep the daily operation moving.

You'll work closely with the Operations Manager and learn every part of the branch, and you'll step in to lead the site when the manager is out. If you lead by example and like to stay busy, we'd like to talk with you.

What You'll Do

• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to receive, put away, move, and stage product
• Load and unload trucks and trailers, making sure loads are built correctly, secured, and documented
• Receive inbound freight, check it against purchase orders, and process receipts in our ERP system
• Pull, stage, and verify orders for delivery and will-call
• Cover any warehouse role as needed to hit daily receiving and shipping goals
• Direct the flow of work on the floor and set the standard for pace, quality, and safety
• Run the site when the Operations Manager is unavailable
• Help with production, dispatch, and facilities as needed
• Work with Inside Sales, Purchasing, and Product Management to keep customer orders on track
• Help with cycle counts, keep inventory accurate, and suggest ways to improve how the warehouse runs

What We’re Looking For

• 4–6 years of hands‑on experience in warehouse, distribution, or operations
• Previous experience in a lead, supervisory, or acting management role is preferred
• Building materials, lumber, industrial distribution, or wholesale experience is a plus
• Forklift experience preferred (we provide certification training)
• Comfortable doing physical warehouse work every day and leading by example
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Experience using ERP/WMS systems and Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of warehouse safety practices; familiarity with DOT regulations is preferred
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred (equivalent experience considered)

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
• Stand, walk, bend, and climb in and out of trucks and trailers for extended periods
• Work on loading docks and in areas without climate control

Compensation & Benefits Include

• $65,000 - $75,000 per year. Compensation is based on job experience, skills, education, training, and more to be determined at time of offer.
• Company-paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Ongoing training and career development
• Stable, growing company with advancement opportunities

About Aetna Building Solutions

Aetna Building Solutions is a Midwest-based distributor of building materials, helping customers bring projects to life and grow their business. We offer a wide range of products, but what sets us apart is our people—focused on relationships, problem-solving, and delivering value every day. Learn more: https://www.aetnaplywood.com/