Warehouse Production Supervisor (Cold Chain 1st Shift)

KeHE Distributors, LLC•Romeoville, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Production Supervisor leads a team of 25–28 Warehouse Associates to ensure efficient warehouse operations, maintain safety standards, and comply with company policies and procedures. The role drives performance and results while meeting or exceeding defined goals. The supervisor establishes clear expectations, provides real-time coaching, motivates the team, and supports a collaborative, respectful, and safe work environment. Associates work in refrigerated areas (25–35°F) and freezer areas (-20°F). The position oversees daily warehouse activities including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory management. It uses LEAN methodologies and continuous improvement practices to improve workflows, reduce waste, address bottlenecks, and support productivity and accuracy. The supervisor also collaborates with peers and leadership to implement operational improvements. This is a full-time, first-shift position with a stated start time of 4:00 AM, Monday through Friday. The role requires schedule flexibility to support various shifts, weekends, overtime, and holidays. The work takes place in a warehouse with temperatures ranging from very cool to very warm, exposure to outside weather, and typically low-to-moderate noise levels.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Ability to manage time efficiently and prioritize tasks.
Strong computer skills, including experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include various shifts, weekends, overtime, and holidays.
Must be able to lift, move, and carry 30–40 pounds repetitively, upwards of 1,000 times per day.
Must be able to lift, move, and carry larger items weighing up to 75 pounds less frequently.
Frequently required to stand, walk, climb, and sit in the warehouse.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of 25–28 Warehouse Associates, providing the tools, support, and knowledge needed to meet performance expectations.
Set performance goals using KPIs such as productivity, order accuracy, safety, and cleanliness.
Provide real-time coaching, guidance, and feedback while fostering a positive, collaborative, and respectful work environment.
Support employee growth and career development through skill enhancement and continuous improvement.
Recognize and celebrate individual and team achievements.
Promote a safety-first culture and ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies.
Conduct safety inspections and audits, provide training, and implement corrective actions to prevent injuries and improve safety standards.
Hold the team accountable for maintaining a safe, compliant, and productive work environment.
Supervise daily receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory management operations.
Optimize workflows to improve productivity and minimize bottlenecks.
Apply LEAN methodologies and continuous improvement practices to identify process improvements, reduce waste, and support efficient and accurate operations.
Collaborate with peers and leadership to implement improvements based on feedback, performance reviews, and observed inefficiencies.