Warehouse Operation Supervisor - Fort Collins, CO

ADM; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

ADM is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operation Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse activities, inventory management, shipping/receiving, and safety/compliance. The role requires leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Base pay ranges from $58,100 to $108,000, with eligibility for overtime. This on-site position includes a broad benefits package and opportunities for development within ADM’s global nutrition and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, or distribution experience.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory, lead, or team leadership experience.
• Experience with inventory management and warehouse management systems (WMS) or ERP systems.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily warehouse activities, including receiving, storage, inventory control, material movement, order fulfillment, and shipping operations.
• Coordinate staffing and work assignments to support changing production schedules and customer demand.
• Ensure timely staging and delivery of raw materials to production areas.
• Oversee the movement of finished goods from production to warehouse storage and outbound shipment locations.
• Monitor warehouse organization, housekeeping, and storage practices to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of warehouse equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Warehouse Operations

Inventory Management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

WMS/ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Forklift certification

Job description

Position Summary

The Warehouse Operation Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily warehouse operations, including inventory management, shipping and receiving, material handling, order fulfillment, and warehouse personnel. This role ensures that all warehouse activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

Full-Time Exempt

Essential Responsibilities

• Warehouse Operations
• Supervise daily warehouse activities, including receiving, storage, inventory control, material movement, order fulfillment, and shipping operations.
• Coordinate staffing and work assignments to support changing production schedules and customer demand.
• Ensure timely staging and delivery of raw materials to production areas.
• Oversee the movement of finished goods from production to warehouse storage and outbound shipment locations.
• Monitor warehouse organization, housekeeping, and storage practices to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of warehouse equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.

Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure alignment between physical inventory and ERP system transactions.
• Oversee cycle counts, inventory audits, and reconciliation activities.
• Ensure proper identification, storage, and rotation of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods.
• Monitor inventory transactions and investigate discrepancies to maintain inventory integrity.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, train, and develop warehouse employees to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and service objectives.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide ongoing feedback, and support employee development.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and adherence to company values and expectations.
• Assist with employee scheduling, attendance management, and workforce planning.
• Support onboarding and training of new employees on warehouse procedures and safety requirements.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, food safety, and quality programs.
• Lead safety meetings, investigations, and corrective actions related to accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
• Maintain a culture of safe work practices and continuous improvement.
• Ensure all employees operate equipment safely and maintain required certifications and authorizations.
• Support audits and inspections as required by company and regulatory standards.

Continuous Improvement

• Support Performance Excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse efficiency, inventory accuracy, service levels, and cost performance.
• Utilize operational metrics and reporting to drive performance improvements and achieve departmental goals.

Additional Duties

• Collaborate with Production, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Transportation teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Support business continuity by adjusting schedules and resources as operational needs change.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, or distribution experience.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory, lead, or team leadership experience.
• Experience with inventory management and warehouse management systems (WMS) or ERP systems.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field.
• Experience in food manufacturing or regulated warehouse environments.
• Continuous improvement experience (Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and employee development skills.
• Working knowledge of shipping, receiving, inventory control, and warehousing best practices.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage changing operational demands.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to varying temperatures, warehouse equipment, and production operations.
• May be exposed to food ingredients, raw materials, chemicals, and food allergens associated with manufacturing operations.
• May require occasional overtime, weekend, holiday, or off-shift support based on business needs.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, climb, and reach as necessary.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Ability to work at elevated heights using approved safety equipment when required.
• Success Measures
• Inventory accuracy
• Safety performance
• On-time shipping and receiving
• Warehouse productivity
• Employee engagement and development
• Quality and compliance adherence
• Continuous improvement implementation

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF:112357BR

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:
$58,100.00 - $108,000.00

Benefits And Perks

• Physical wellness - medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness - flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness - Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional Benefits Include

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Req/Job ID

112357BR