Distribution Warehouse Supervisor
Abbott · North Chicago, IL · 3 days ago
Manufacturing$78k–$156k/yrFull-time
About the role
This role is critical in ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient execution of daily order fulfillment, while actively coaching and developing a team of 20–30 hourly associates.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily operations within a fast-paced, regulated distribution environment
- Drive daily performance by managing staffing, workflow priorities, productivity, and service levels
- Coach, mentor, and motivate employees through ongoing feedback, performance management, and career development
- Solve operational challenges in real time, using data and problem-solving skills to keep operations running smoothly
- Partner with cross-functional teams including Quality, Planning, and Supply Chain to meet customer and business needs
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities that enhance efficiency, quality, and team performance
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- Minimum 3-5 years in Supply Chain, Distribution or Operations
- Manufacturing or distribution environment experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leading frontline teams in a warehouse, distribution, or logistics environment
- Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, labor management, and performance metrics
- Experience in regulated industries such as healthcare, pharmaceutical, or GMP environments
- Familiarity with SAP, WMS platforms, and RF scanning technology
- Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification
Benefits
- Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan
- Adequate retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
- Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit
Pay
$78,000.00 – $156,000.00
Schedule
Mondays–Fridays | 10:00 AM–6:30 PM