Warehouse Supervisor - 1st Shift

Readerlink Distribution Services•Romeoville, IL

78d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Readerlink Distribution Service is seeking a dynamic Warehouse Supervisor for its 1st Shift. This role is crucial for achieving production goals and contributing to the expansion of a leading book industry organization. Readerlink is the #1 book distributor in the U.S., selling a significant portion of trade print books and distributing millions of books annually to numerous retail locations nationwide. The company also has publishing imprints, developing book industry trends in both juvenile and adult genres. The Warehouse Supervisor will report to the Operations Manager and work Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 3:00 pm.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Minimum of 3 years warehouse experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Must be able to work flexible schedules as required, which may include working off shifts and weekends.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to speak with all levels of the organization.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Be able to write routine reports.
Must be proficient in mathematics.
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.
Ability to perform mathematical operations using American money and weight measurements, volume, and distance.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree
Proficiency in English and Spanish oral and written communication
At least 1 year experience utilizing a warehouse management system

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and monitor employees to achieve stated production goals.
Lead people and get results through others.
Plan ahead and prepare action plans to achieve results.
Conduct employee performance reviews and discipline.
Develop a positive work environment.
Ensure shipping, receiving, storage, distribution, and production are performed efficiently.
Make employee decisions, including interviewing, selection, and retention.
Conduct employee training, career counseling, and development.
Continually review production requirements and assign employees to the correct work area.
Balance and achieve positive results in safety, quality, productivity, cost, and employee relations.
Resolve employee issues through problem-solving.
Measure and maintain inventory accuracy.
Manage multiple problems.
Coordinate daily workflow with other management personnel.
Perform accident and near-miss investigations.
Conduct employee team meetings.
Be available to work in all areas of the operation.
Promote accurate, timely communication up and down the organization.
Set an example to co-workers.
Coordinate daily workflow with other warehouse personnel.
Ensure work areas are appropriately maintained and correct any unsafe conditions immediately.