Warehouse Supervisor

UNFI Canada; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food distribution is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor in Aurora, IL. This role oversees shipping and receiving activities, manages staff, and ensures compliance with safety and operational standards. Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience in warehousing and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

4-day work week

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

Medical, dental and vision benefits after 30 days

Paid Leave Time earned

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

On-site grocery store

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of warehousing operations and prior supervisory duties.
• Ability to read and interpret computerized reports.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Warehouse shipping and receiving activities.
• Schedules and supervises warehouse personnel.
• Maintains daily inventory and accuracy records.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Teamwork

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

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Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Whole Foods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today!

Discover What’s Next For Your Career.

Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Whole Foods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today!

Why Work for UNFI?

• Competitive Salary
• 4-day work week
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• Medical, dental and vision benefits after 30 days of employment
• Paid Leave Time earned
• Even more perks: 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, on-site grocery store, wellness program that puts money back in your pocket for living a healthy lifestyle!
  
  

Position Purpose

Supervises Warehouse shipping and receiving activities and associates for a specific shift/area to ensure functions are performed within Company and Distribution Center guidelines. Provides excellent customer service to stores serviced through accurate handling of inbound and outbound product.

Essential Functions And Basic Duties

• Schedules and supervises of Order Selectors, Receiving, Shipping or any other Warehouse personnel.
• Controls production standards, accuracy of inventory, using proper accuracy programs and systems.
• Processes store returns and return to vendors using proper Company policies.
• Coordinates with Inventory Control associates regarding slotting, product rotation and space allocation. Maintains daily inventory and accuracy records.
• Conducts daily crew meeting to discuss safety, productivity and accuracy.
• Communicates with Transportation on the flow and receipt of backhauls.
• Supervises scheduling of inbound load appointments.
• Responsible to sign for, sort and distribute inbound, overnight carrier and mail service deliveries.
• Walks warehouse daily to ensure that safety, security, sanitation and pest control codes, laws, and policies are maintained.
• Develops and maintains good working relationship with all departments.
  
  

Qualifications

• Possess strong general knowledge of all warehousing operations, with prior work experience to include lead person or supervisory duties, preferably with the Company.
• Possess good supervisory skills and the ability to work with and through others to achieve desired results.
• Possess good communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to read and interpret computerized reports.
• Requires the analytical ability to handle administrative duties and mental alertness to ensure accurate, safe, and thorough completion of work activities. Possess the ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions.
• Basic computer skills required, and personal computer experience helpful, with word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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