Warehouse Ops Lead – 1st Shift, Team Coach & Safety

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.; Chillicothe (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Logistics Insight Corporation (LINC), based in Chillicothe, IL, is seeking a results-oriented Warehouse Supervisor to lead daily operations on 1st shift. You will supervise associates, ensure accuracy, safety, and efficiency, and coordinate inbound/outbound shipments to support production needs.

The ideal candidate has 0-5 years of supervisory experience in warehouse or distribution, strong communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and warehouse systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree preferred; equivalent experience also considered.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead and motivate teams.
• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Office and basic warehouse systems.
• Strong problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support warehouse associates during your shift, ensuring work is completed accurately, efficiently, and safely.
• Monitor productivity, quality, and safety standards to keep operations running smoothly.
• Train, coach, and develop team members to meet performance goals.
• Address employee questions, concerns, and performance issues in real time.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments to support daily workflow.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Enforce company policies, processes, and safety expectations.
• Partner with leadership and other departments to resolve operational issues.
• Complete daily reporting on labor, workflow, and productivity.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Communication

Training

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Warehouse systems

Job description

Logistics Insight Corporation (LINC), based in Chillicothe, IL, is seeking a results-oriented Warehouse Supervisor to lead daily operations on 1st shift. You will supervise associates, ensure accuracy, safety, and efficiency, and coordinate inbound/outbound shipments to support production needs.

The ideal candidate has 0-5 years of supervisory experience in warehouse or distribution, strong communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and warehouse systems.