Shipping Supervisor - 3rd Shift

WTL Wheatland Tube, LLC; Rochelle (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Shipping Supervisor for its 3rd shift operations. This role is crucial for overseeing warehouse logistics, ensuring timely deliveries, and maintaining safety standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, leading a team while implementing process improvements. With a commitment to operational excellence, you will play a vital role in customer satisfaction and efficient material handling. This position offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their career in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities

401(k) with Company Match

Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Employee Loyalty Awards

Qualifications

• 3+ years of warehouse and shipping experience in manufacturing.
• 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and warehouse safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and trains warehouse personnel to meet production goals.
• Coordinates loading, unloading, and dispatch of shipments.
• Implements process improvements to boost warehouse efficiency.

Skills

Warehouse Operations

Inventory Control

Logistics Coordination

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

ERP/WMS Software

Forklifts

Cranes

Job description

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Shipping Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Apply locations Rochelle, IL time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id JR000151

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

About the Role
As a Supervisor, Warehouse at Zekelman Industries, you will play a key role in ensuring efficient warehouse operations, including shipping logistics, inventory control, and material handling. This position requires strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to identify process improvements and uphold safety standards. You’ll contribute directly to operational excellence and customer satisfaction through reliable warehouse management and on-time delivery.

You will collaborate with warehouse personnel, production teams, quality control, and logistics stakeholders, ensuring that materials and finished products move seamlessly through the plant. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Rochelle, IL.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment, enjoys leading a team, and has a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

What You’ll Do
• Supervises, trains, and coaches warehouse and shipping personnel to meet production and delivery goals.
• Coordinates loading, unloading, and dispatch of shipments, ensuring timely delivery to customers.
• Monitors and maintains accurate inventory levels, conducting cycle counts and resolving discrepancies.
• Ensures proper storage, staging, and internal movement of materials and finished goods.
• Enforces OSHA and company safety policies, maintaining a safe working environment.
• Implements process improvements to boost warehouse efficiency and reduce operational errors.
• Maintains accurate shipment, inventory, and activity records using ERP or warehouse systems.
• Collaborates with production, quality control, and logistics to support seamless operations.
• Oversees maintenance and use of material-handling equipment, including forklifts and cranes.

Who You Are
• 3+ years of warehouse and shipping experience in manufacturing or heavy industry (steel or pipe/tube industry a plus)
• 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control, logistics, and ERP/WMS software
• Understanding of OSHA regulations, forklift operations, and warehouse safety practices
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and operating warehouse equipment
• Strong troubleshooting and decision-making skills under pressure
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate across internal and external teams

What You’ll Get
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, loyalty awards, and much more:
• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Employee Loyalty Awards

Compensation & Benefits
Below is the expected base salary range for this position. This is a good-faith estimate, and offers will be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.

Base Salary Range: [$71,000—$98,000 USD]
Additional compensation may include:
Performance-based yearly merit-increase
Profit-sharing bonus opportunities

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.

About Us

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.