Shipping Supervisor: Lead Logistics & On-Time Delivery

Smurfit-Westrock; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Shipping Supervisor in Illinois to oversee outbound shipping, manage shipments, and lead the shipping team to ensure accurate, on-time delivery and efficient logistics.

Responsibilities include scheduling loads, optimizing trailer usage, preparing management reports, and coordinating rates to minimize costs while maintaining safety and quality standards. Strong cross-functional communication is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of production leadership experience.
• 3+ years of logistics/shipping experience.
• Strong prioritization and task management.
• Focus on customer satisfaction and timely obligations.
• Ability to calculate estimated shipping costs.
• Commitment to safety and proper use of safety equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shipping operations for outbound products.
• Schedule inbound and outbound loads; manage shipments.
• Maximize trailer utilization and reduce costs.
• Prepare daily and monthly management reports.
• Coordinate courier rates to minimize shipping costs.
• Ensure on-time delivery and excellent customer service.
• Communicate with management and cross-functional teams to meet goals.

Skills

Leadership

Task prioritization

Communication

Cost awareness

Safety awareness

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel/PowerPoint/Word)

Job description

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Shipping Supervisor in Illinois to oversee outbound shipping, manage shipments, and lead the shipping team to ensure accurate, on-time delivery and efficient logistics.

Responsibilities include scheduling loads, optimizing trailer usage, preparing management reports, and coordinating rates to minimize costs while maintaining safety and quality standards. Strong cross-functional communication is essential.