Production Lead

Novo Logistics; Whitestown (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance

401(k) Plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Novo Logistics is seeking a reliable, self-driven Warehouse Supervisor for our Joliet, IL site. You will recruit, train, and lead team members while ensuring safety and efficiency in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

The role involves back-up support to senior operations leadership, budget awareness, and close collaboration with office tasks. Minimum two to three years in warehousing with forklift certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 2–3 years of warehouse experience.
• One year of management experience preferred.
• Forklift certification required.
• Legal US work authorization.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, orient, train, schedule, coach, counsel, motivate, and discipline Team Members; communicate job expectations; evaluate performance; enforce policies and procedures.
• Lead and supervise to effectively manage daily activities and employee matters.
• Serve as backup to the Operations Manager in site processes and procedures.
• Assist in daily operations in warehouse and office tasks.
• Assist in asset and budget management, including budget projection, inventory, and reporting.
• Maintain and ensure compliance with safety procedures and expectations.
• Operate forklift and assist in other warehouse or plant duties as needed.

Skills

People management

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Microsoft Office

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Forklift certification

2–3 years warehouse experience

Tools

Forklift operation

Microsoft Office

Job description

With operations in states across the country, partnerships with industry-leading corporations, and continued expansion in our future, there are many opportunities for personal growth and development when you choose to explore a career with us. Join our team and grow with us! We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Description

Our company is seeking a reliable, self-driven, and team-oriented professional with problem-solving, communication, and management skills for the position of Supervisor. This position is within a fast-paced warehouse environment in Joliet, Illinois. We offer competitive compensation and opportunities for growth.

• Recruit, orient, train, schedule, coach, counsel, motivate, and discipline Team Members; communicate job expectations; evaluate performance; enforce policies and procedures.
• Lead and supervise to effectively manage daily activities and employee matters.
• Serve as the backup to the Operations Manager/Contract Manager/Vice President of Operations in the management of site processes and procedures.
• Assist the Operations Manager/Contract Manager/Vice President of Operations in daily operations regarding responsibilities in both warehouse and office tasks.
• Assist in asset and budget management, including budget projection, maintenance, inventory, and reporting.
• Maintain and ensure compliance with safety procedures and expectations.
• Operate forklift and assist in other warehouse or plant duties as may be needed from time to time.
• Perform other requests and duties as assigned by the Operations Manager/Contract Manager/Vice President of Operations or upper-level management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of company policies and procedures, in addition to safety requirements.
• Knowledge of general warehouse work instructions, safety, and housekeeping procedures.
• Knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Office applications.
• Skill in typing and general computer literacy.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to effectively manage people, including scheduling, disciplining, counseling, and evaluating.
• Ability to set goals and implement a plan to achieve.
• Ability to solve problems and adapt to situations requiring solutions to unforeseen circumstances.
• Ability to maintain records, organize documents, calendar, and other assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively with partners, team members, management, and others.
• Ability to keep accounting records, manage budgets, create reports, and invoices.
• Ability to multitask in a stressful and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift, move, and transport up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend, and stoop for extended periods or for the duration of shift (8-12 hour shifts).

Applicants Must

• Have reliable transportation.
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
• Be willing to submit to a background check and urinalysis drug screen (drug screen scheduled following interview).

Education, Experience, and Certification

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two (2) to three (3) plus years of warehouse experience.
• One (1) year of management experience preferred.
• Certification in operating a forklift.

Employment Type(s)

• Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Compensation

• Hourly (paid weekly via Direct Deposit).
• Overtime opportunities (overtime pay is equal to 1.5 times the Team Member's regular hourly rate of pay, for any hours worked in excess of 40 hours in a workweek).

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Company-sponsored premiums for Medical Insurance, with nominal Team Member contribution.
• Dental/Vision Insurance, Life Insurance policy, and other options.

401(k) Plan

• Company match option.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid Time Off hours in accordance with Company Policy.

Paid Holidays

• Paid Holiday hours in accordance with Company Policy.

Novo Logistics has the utmost respect for our team members, families, and the local community. As a member of Novo, we warmly welcome you and your family to the Novo team. We empower our team members to advocate for our cultural values of respect, safety, transparency, and continuous improvement. Our team is proud to work for Novo, and we’re proud to work with them.

Join us in making a difference for our partners.