Warehouse Operations Lead: Inventory, Safety & FIFO

Champion Packaging & Distribution Inc.; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Champion Packaging & Distribution Inc. is seeking a proactive Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations on the floor, ensuring efficient inbound and outbound logistics and strict OSHA, DOT, safety, and SOP compliance.

You will lead a team, optimize inventory flow, maintain FIFO accuracy, and partner across departments to meet production forecasts while controlling costs. Flexibility for off-shift and weekend work is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a warehouse supervisory role.
• Experience with inbound/outbound freight operations including carrier coordination and documentation.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations including HAZMAT safety and PPE.
• Experience with FIFO inventory management and cycle counting.
• Proficiency with SAP, WMS, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the storage, handling, shipping, and receipt of raw materials and finished goods.
• Optimize warehouse layout, dock utilization, truck loading and picking/staging processes.
• Ensure adequate inventory levels to meet outbound and production forecasts.
• Lead and develop hourly personnel to meet performance goals.
• Drive change and improvements in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to address distribution and production needs.
• Enforce safety, housekeeping, and compliance standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Change management

Tools

SAP

WMS

Barcode scanning

Microsoft Excel

Forklift operation

Job description

Champion Packaging & Distribution Inc. is seeking a proactive Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations on the floor, ensuring efficient inbound and outbound logistics and strict OSHA, DOT, safety, and SOP compliance.

You will lead a team, optimize inventory flow, maintain FIFO accuracy, and partner across departments to meet production forecasts while controlling costs. Flexibility for off-shift and weekend work is required.