Strategic Warehouse Operations Leader

Gustave A Larson Company; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Gustave A. Larson is hiring a Warehouse Manager in Elk Grove Village, IL to lead a warehouse team, oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations.

The role focuses on executing SOPs daily, maintaining safe workplace practices, and delivering high customer satisfaction for internal and external customers. The position requires supervision experience, ability to manage a team of 4–8 employees plus drivers and attendants, and coordination with transport firms.

Qualifications

• Must have supervisory or leadership experience.
• Experience driving lift equipment is required.
• HVAC/R industry experience and/or knowledge helpful but not required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations.
• Manage all aspects of the warehouse team and SOP execution.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and proper certifications.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and transport companies.
• Plan work, assign tasks, and appraise results.
• Recruit, train, and motivate employees.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Regulatory knowledge

Team leadership

Weekend availability

Education

Previous supervisory/leadership experience

Lift equipment operation experience

HVAC/R industry knowledge (helpful)

MS Office skills

Tools

Lift equipment

Job description

Gustave A. Larson is hiring a Warehouse Manager in Elk Grove Village, IL to lead a warehouse team, oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations.

The role focuses on executing SOPs daily, maintaining safe workplace practices, and delivering high customer satisfaction for internal and external customers. The position requires supervision experience, ability to manage a team of 4–8 employees plus drivers and attendants, and coordination with transport firms.