Warehouse Operations Lead

Champion Packaging & Distribution Inc.; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Champion Packaging & Distribution Inc. in Illinois is seeking a proactive Warehouse Supervisor to lead daily operations, inbound/outbound logistics, and safety compliance in a fast-paced environment.

You will optimize storage, supervise front-line staff, and ensure accurate inventory using FIFO and WMS systems. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in warehouse supervision, strong leadership, and experience with SAP, barcode scanning, and regulatory standards (OSHA/DOT).

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a warehouse supervisory role.
• Understanding of inbound/outbound freight operations including carrier coordination, shipping documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Follow OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations including HAZMAT safety procedures, PPE requirements, and emergency response protocols.
• Experience with inventory management systems, cycle counting, and maintaining proper stock rotation (FIFO).
• Certification or experience operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, clamps and automated systems.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot issues related to inventory discrepancies, damaged goods, and operational bottlenecks.
• Working knowledge in SAP, Microsoft Suite, Outlook, barcode scanning and WMS systems.
• Change management and customer-focused mindset.
• Strong communication skills; bilingual is a plus (English and Spanish).

Responsibilities

• Oversee storage, handling, shipping, and receipt of raw materials and finished goods.
• Optimize warehouse layout, dock utilization, truck loading and picking/staging processes to improve efficiency.
• Ensure adequate inventory levels to meet daily outbound and production forecasts.
• Lead and develop teams to resolve operational challenges and achieve performance goals.
• Drive change management and business improvements in a fast-paced environment within a growing organization.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to address and resolve distribution and production needs.
• Recruit, train, and manage front-line hourly personnel to build team capabilities.
• Motivate team members to achieve key performance targets.
• Maintain an accurate inventory system to support production and distribution scheduling.
• Enforce safety, housekeeping, and compliance standards.
• Identify and implement productivity enhancements.
• Administer and uphold company policies and procedures.

Skills

Warehouse supervision

Inventory management

OSHA/DOT compliance

Leadership

Forklift operation

Carrier coordination

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Safety training

Team development

Warehouse optimization

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

WMS

Barcode scanning

Job description

Champion Packaging & Distribution Inc. in Illinois is seeking a proactive Warehouse Supervisor to lead daily operations, inbound/outbound logistics, and safety compliance in a fast-paced environment.

You will optimize storage, supervise front-line staff, and ensure accurate inventory using FIFO and WMS systems. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in warehouse supervision, strong leadership, and experience with SAP, barcode scanning, and regulatory standards (OSHA/DOT).