Shipping Supervisor - NB
About The Position
Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Shipping Supervisor to join our Manufacturing team in Northbrook, IL. In this role, you will help lead daily shipping operations, support warehouse organization and inventory accuracy, and ensure customer shipments are prepared accurately, safely, and on time. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented shipping, warehouse, or logistics professional who enjoys leading a team, staying close to daily operations, and working in a regulated manufacturing environment. The Shipping Supervisor will train and coach team members, coordinate shipment preparation, verify documentation, support ERP transactions, and help maintain compliance with safety, food safety, and transportation requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- 3–6 years of related shipping, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, or distribution experience preferred.
- Previous supervisory, lead, or team coordination experience preferred.
- Forklift certification required.
- HazMat training required
- Ability to read and understand instructions in English.
- Strong communication, organization, attention to detail, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and work in a warehouse/manufacturing environment.
- Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Nice To Haves
- college degree preferred
- DOT, IATA, and/or marine shipping experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support Shipping team members to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant shipping operations.
- Prepare, stage, label, and verify customer shipments according to pick lists, packing slips, and shipping instructions.
- Review shipping documents for accuracy and report non-conformances or issues as needed.
- Organize finished goods and warehouse areas while supporting food safety, SQF, GMP, HACCP, and safety requirements.
- Perform ERP system transactions, support inventory cycle counts, and assist with warehouse projects.
- Operate forklifts, hand trucks, barcode scanners, and other material handling equipment as needed.
- Coordinate with internal departments to support customer orders, shipping schedules, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Back up the Shipping Manager as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive salary range $25 - $30 per hour (pending experience)
- Opportunity to join a stable, growing company in the flavor and fragrance industry.
- Hands-on leadership role with direct impact on customer service, shipping accuracy, and operational performance.
- Collaborative work environment with cross-functional partnership across Manufacturing, Quality, Customer Service, and Supply Chain.
- Full-time benefits package and opportunities for continued growth and development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
