Warehouse Operations Lead: Optimize, Inventory & Safety

Champion-Packaging-; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Champion-Packaging- in United States, Illinois, Woodridge is seeking a proactive Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily operations, manage inbound and outbound logistics, and ensure OSHA, DOT, and internal safety procedures are followed.

You will maintain inventory flow and accuracy, support FIFO, and coordinate receipt and distribution of raw materials and finished goods on a fast-paced production schedule.

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) to prevent product degradation.
• 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 the 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

Leadership

Communication

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Tools

SAP

WMS systems

Microsoft Excel

Barcode scanning

Job description

Champion-Packaging- in United States, Illinois, Woodridge is seeking a proactive Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily operations, manage inbound and outbound logistics, and ensure OSHA, DOT, and internal safety procedures are followed.

You will maintain inventory flow and accuracy, support FIFO, and coordinate receipt and distribution of raw materials and finished goods on a fast-paced production schedule.