Warehousing Supervisor

Wyffels Hybrids; Atkinson (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyffels Hybrids in Atkinson, IL, is seeking a salaried Warehousing Supervisor to organize warehouse operations, ensure safety compliance, and manage staffing for the production facility. The role focuses on efficiency, cost control, and safe, compliant processing of seed products.

You will oversee cold storage, coordinate shipping/receiving across sites, and lead continuous improvement initiatives with planning to forecast needs and optimize throughput.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree preferred in related fields.
• 5+ years of warehouse, manufacturing, agricultural production, or logistics experience required.
• 2+ years supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in seed, agriculture, grain handling, or other regulated production environments preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and proactively anticipate operational needs.
• Proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Organize warehouse operations to maximize staging, storage, and workflow efficiency.
• Promote, train, and ensure compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Manage cold storage operations, including filling, startup, and shutdown activities.
• Conduct annual reviews of operational processes to identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate shipping and receiving activities for unstaged seed at off-site locations, including DD, BSS, TSP, and MN.
• Oversee discard and disposal processes for seed, paper, and poly materials.
• Complete annual performance evaluations and development discussions for key team members.

Skills

Warehouse leadership

Safety management

Staffing & coaching

Forecasting & planning

Inventory control

Shipping/receiving coordination

Vendor relationships

Adaptability

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's degree in Agribusiness, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Production IL - Atkinson, IL 61235. Position Type: Full Time. Salary Range: $72,000.00 - $108,000.00. Job Shift: Days. Join Wyffels Hybrids today!

At Wyffels Hybrids, our people and values set us apart. Guided by Integrity, Perseverance, Respect, Empowerment, and Passion, we've built a strong culture and achieved triple-digit growth over the last decade. Join the #1 Independent Seed Brand in the Central Corn Belt and be part of a team dedicated to doing 100 Little Things better each day.

What You’ll Do

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Organize warehouse operations to maximize staging, storage, and workflow efficiency.
• Strong business acumen with an understanding of operational and financial impacts
• Promote, train, and ensure compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Manage cold storage operations, including filling, startup, and shutdown activities.
• Conduct annual reviews of operational processes to identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Lead and facilitate bi-weekly departmental safety meetings.
• Investigate, document, and review workplace accidents and incidents.
• Continuously identify and implement opportunities to improve employee safety and injury prevention.
• Oversee pest control activities for the entire facility.
• Manage staffing needs, including hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, coaching, and employee development.
• Assist the Production Planner with forecasting FastFills and pallets to support production and inventory planning.
• Plan and coordinate the movement of seed throughout the facility and off-site locations.
• Coordinate shipping and receiving activities for unstaged seed at off-site locations, including DD, BSS, TSP, and MN.
• Oversee the movement of seed from conditioning and direct storage locations.
• Oversee pallet repair activities, including staffing coordination and supply purchasing.
• Coordinate box washing operations to ensure cleanliness and reuse standards are met.
• Lead and coordinate year-end inventory counting activities and reconciliation processes.
• Manage forklift leasing requirements and vendor relationships for the facility.
• Oversee discard and disposal processes for seed, paper, and poly materials.
• Complete annual performance evaluations and development discussions for key team members.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Total Rewards That Grow With You

At Wyffels Hybrids, competitive pay is just one part of our total rewards package. We also offer a strong benefits package and opportunities to grow and succeed.

This is a salaried, exempt position reporting to the Warehousing Supervisor. The role is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including variable compensation program and 401(k).

Check out everything we have to offer at WORK AT WYFFELS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree in Agribusiness, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of warehouse, manufacturing, agricultural production, or logistics experience required.
• 2+ years of supervisory, lead, or team leadership experience preferred.
• Experience managing employee schedules, safety programs, inventory, shipping/receiving, and material handling equipment strongly preferred.
• Experience in seed, agriculture, grain handling, or other regulated production environments preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and proactively anticipate operational needs
• Proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Office applications