Warehouse Operations Supervisor: Shift Lead & Safety

Americold; Rochelle (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor in Rochelle, IL to lead an assigned shift, supervise unloading, receiving, warehousing and shipping to meet service and cost goals. You will ensure quality, coordinate shift communication, and guide staff to achieve operational metrics with safety as a priority.

Qualifications include a high school diploma (associate degree preferred), forklift certification, and 3+ years of supervisory or warehouse experience. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or warehouse experience required, or successful completion of Americold's internship program, or a bachelor's degree
• High school diploma required; associate degree preferred
• Forklift certification required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, calculators, desktop computers, and photocopiers

Responsibilities

• Supervise unloading of inbound shipments, stacking of products, and picking and staging outbound shipments to maintain quality standards
• Ensure accuracy and condition of inbound and outbound shipments
• Facilitate cross communication between shifts and conduct shift meetings
• Oversee safe operation of materials handling equipment and maintain a clean and secure work area
• Ensure staff compliance with safety policies, investigate and report safety incidents, and conduct operations in accordance with OSHA and MSDS standards
• Direct work schedules, assign duties, and evaluate employee performance, including preparing records and reports
• Address personnel issues, assess training needs, and collaborate with staff and management to resolve work-related problems
• Other essential duties may be applicable and assigned as necessary.

Skills

Supervisory experience

MS Office proficiency

Verbal and written communication

Forklift certification

Warehouse operations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree (or higher)

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Americold is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor in Rochelle, IL to lead an assigned shift, supervise unloading, receiving, warehousing and shipping to meet service and cost goals. You will ensure quality, coordinate shift communication, and guide staff to achieve operational metrics with safety as a priority.

Qualifications include a high school diploma (associate degree preferred), forklift certification, and 3+ years of supervisory or warehouse experience. Travel may be required.