Foreman

Brenntag•Chicago, IL

27d

About The Position

The Foreman leads a small team of operators in warehousing and production. The role plans daily work, coordinates with production, and manages the shift by delegating duties, assigning tasks, monitoring execution, and following up with team members. It oversees warehouse operations, including bulk loading and unloading, filling, mixing, and blending, while ensuring adherence to safety and quality guidelines. The Foreman also carries out selected administrative activities, coordinates daily activities with the Facility Manager, tracks and reports daily rail moves and activity, and coordinates biannual physical inventory reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred and/or equivalent work experience.
3–5 years of management experience in a related capacity.
Ability to interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Strong mathematical and reasoning skills.
Strong computer skills, including understanding of ERP systems and desktop applications.

Nice To Haves

Some environmental compliance knowledge.
Experience in a chemical manufacturer or chemical distributor.

Responsibilities

Plan daily work and coordinate with production and employees.
Manage the shift by delegating duties, assigning tasks, monitoring task execution, and following up with team members.
Oversee warehouse operations, including bulk loading, unloading, filling, mixing, and blending activities.
Ensure adherence to safety and quality guidelines.
Execute selected administrative activities related to the work.
Lead a small team of operators in warehousing and production.
Coordinate daily activities with the Facility Manager.
Track and report daily rail moves and activity.
Coordinate biannual physical inventory reporting.