Shipping Supervisor - Lead Freight & Logistics Ops

Bell Flavors & Fragrances

Northbrook (IL)

On-site

USD 34,440 - 41,328

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly salary

Full‑time benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. is seeking a hands‑on Shipping Supervisor to join our Manufacturing team in Northbrook, IL.

You will help lead daily shipping operations, support warehouse organization and inventory accuracy, and ensure customer shipments are prepared accurately, safely, and on time. This is a great opportunity for a detail‑oriented shipping, warehouse, or logistics professional who enjoys leading a team, staying close to daily operations, and working in a regulated manufacturing

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
3–6 years of related shipping, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, or distribution experience preferred.
Previous supervisory, lead, or team coordination experience preferred.
Forklift certification required.
HazMat training required; DOT, IATA, and/or marine shipping experience preferred.
Ability to read and understand instructions in English.
Strong communication, organization, attention to detail, multitasking, and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and work in a warehouse/manufacturing environment.
Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

Lead and support Shipping team members to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant shipping operations.
Prepare, stage, label, and verify customer shipments according to pick lists, packing slips, and shipping instructions.
Review shipping documents for accuracy and report non‑conformances or issues as needed.
Organize finished goods and warehouse areas while supporting food safety, SQF, GMP, HACCP, and safety requirements.
Perform ERP system transactions, support inventory cycle counts, and assist with warehouse projects.
Operate forklifts, hand trucks, barcode scanners, and other material handling equipment as needed.
Coordinate with internal departments to support customer orders, shipping schedules, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Back up the Shipping Manager as needed.