Warehouse Supervisor$60,000-$70,000

United States Cold Storage, Inc.; Wilmington (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K and Educational Assistance after

Blue Cross Blue Shield after 30 days

Company Life Insurance

Various benefits and perks

Job summary

United States Cold Storage, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor/Lead to coordinate workflow and lead staff in a temperature-controlled warehouse in Wilmington, IL.

You will prioritize safety, sanitation, cost control, productivity, accuracy, teamwork, and customer satisfaction aligned with facility goals. You will be a visible leader in the Cold Crew, fostering positive relationships with staff and upholding company culture while participating in hiring, promotion, and terminations as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 2–3 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience supervising warehouse operations and teams in a temp-controlled environment is desired.
• Familiarity with RF scanning and warehouse computer applications (MS Office) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership by coordinating and executing workflow throughout the warehouse with emphasis on safety, sanitation, cost control, productivity, accuracy and customer satisfaction.
• Lead the Cold Crew and maintain positive staff relationships while upholding company culture.
• Make employment-related decisions including hiring, promotion and termination, as needed.
• Supervise and direct warehouse tasks, allocate labor, and approve overtime when required.
• Oversee incidents and safety reports, investigate, and log in the safety tracking system.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Ensure adherence to good warehousing practices, food safety standards, SOPs, and inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate with shipping/receiving to manage docks and pallet flow.

Skills

Team leadership

Coordination

Planning

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

2–3 years team lead/supervisor experience

Tools

RF devices

MS Office Suite

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $60,000 USD to $70,000 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Managerial
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: WAREH004661

Description

Who We Are: USCS is dedicated to advancing, innovating, and serving companies seeking "Best in Service", facilities, and logistics in the cold chain. We are an employee-focused, equal opportunity employer and would love to have you join our team .

The Job Details:

Provide leadership by efficiently coordinating and executing workflow throughout the warehouse, while prioritizing safety, sanitation, cost control, productivity, accuracy, teamwork, and customer satisfaction in alignment with facility goals.

Serve as a visible leader within the Cold Crew, fostering positive relationships with staff and upholding company culture.

Advise and participate in employment-related decisions including but not limited to hiring, promoting, and/or terminations.

Prioritize, supervise, and direct various warehouse tasks, customer requests, and allocate the necessary labor to fulfill those tasks.

Determine if overtime is necessary and seek additional approval from management as needed.

Supervise, manage, and respond to incidents, injuries, and near-misses by conducting follow-up investigations and logging reports into the safety tracking system.

Participate in the corrective action process and address interpersonal issues for team members as they arise while seeking guidance from upper management and HR when necessary.

Supervise and continuously improve labor efficiency through coaching, feedback, and training initiatives.

Approve timecards, assist with scheduling, and managing time-off requests.

Oversee and conduct performance reviews of team members, ensuring clear and constructive feedback.

Oversee, direct, and ensure adherence to good warehousing practices, food safety standards, customer SOPs, and inventory accuracy, while maintaining an inspection-ready facility.

Act as a liaison between warehouse staff and other departments to ensure smooth and efficient workflow.

Coordinate with shipping and receiving departments to manage truck docks, call trailers in and out, and direct the flow of pallets in and out of storage areas.

Perform tasks within the Warehouse Management System (WMS), that track and maintain management decisions including assigning doors, directing tasks, managing inventory, and addressing exceptions.

Manage and troubleshoot issues within the warehouse, collaborating with co-workers to resolve challenges efficiently.

Act as the escalation point for various matters, resolving issues as needed.

Occasionally perform Warehouse Associate and Lead duties as necessary based on business demands.

The Job Specifics:

Location, Department and Work Hours: XXXXXX Warehouse Hours Vary

Reports To: Managers and Superintendent

Job Type, EEO, and Job Code: Full Time

What We Are Looking For:

Education

Preferred:high school diploma, achieved a GED, or earned the equivalent, 2+ years of College or a minimum of 2-3 years Team Lead/Supervisor experience Required

Experience

Warehouse Supervision and operations, preferably in a food or temperature-controlled environment

Radio frequency and other warehouse computer applications including MS Office Suite

Detail and customer service oriented.

Planning, organizing, professional written and oral communication, problem solving, decision making, excellent mathematical skills

Must be able to consistently lead and influence others to take positive action.

Handle multiple high priority tasks in a fast-paced team environment and requires the ability to work well independently with minimal supervision.

Other Abilities You Will Need to Have:

Bend and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.

Lift up to 70 lbs. occasionally, with assistance.

Work in a temperature range from +50°F to -30°F with moderate noise levels.

Lift overhead when required.

May require physical effort associated with using the computer to access information, or standing, walking, using stairs, and lifting needed to carry out everyday activities.

Stand and walk for extended periods.

Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.

Effective communication, vision, and hearing are essential for safety and productivity.

Operate scanners, tablets, radios, phones, computers, and other essential warehouse equipment as required.

Additional work hours may be requested by management to help manage employee production, projects, and or special events.

Operate a registered motor vehicle as part of daily tasks.

Engage in frequent personal interaction and communication.

Possess strong arithmetic and reading skills.

Follow verbal instructions, written instructions, and company policies.

Be a self-starter, able to work independently and coordinate with others.

Thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing stress and meeting productivity guidelines.

The Standard Details:

Maintain a professional demeanor in appearance and communications at all times.

Participate in staff and/or customer meetings as required.

Take initiative to prevent non-conformities related to product, process, and quality systems.

Identify and report any issues related to product, processes, and/or quality.

Propose and implement solutions through appropriate channels.

Ensure solutions are effectively implemented.

Follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.

Participate in safety and educational training programs

What’s In It For You:

We are a great company with great people. Full-time employees not under contract are offered:

401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year.

Blue Cross Blue Shield available after 30 days of service, if elected.

Company Life Insurance.

A variety of additional benefits and perks.

Additional Information:

This job description may not encompass all tasks necessary to complete the role.

Job functions may vary based on the area of operation. This description outlines the most common tasks required for the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better in Other.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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