Warehouse Supervisor (1st Shift)

Cardinal Health•Elgin, IL

7d•$76,700 - $109,400

About The Position

The Supervisor, Warehouse Operations supervises a team of outbound associates and ensures pick, pack, and ship operations are safe, efficient, and high quality. The role is responsible for a shift, monitoring efficiency and quality metrics, assigning work, coaching staff, and resolving operational issues. The supervisor supports timely, high-quality shipments and contributes to talent development and operational excellence. Warehouse Operations handles the receipt, storage, and shipment of products in a distribution or manufacturing environment. This includes warehousing and fulfillment, transportation, inventory management, and planning. The supervisor helps maintain efficient product flow from vendor receipt through shipment to internal and external customers. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., or until work is complete. Saturday and Sunday work may be required for business needs during the busy season, with advance notice. Overtime may also be required with very little or no advance notice. The anticipated salary range is $76,700–$109,400, and the position is not bonus eligible.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Bachelor’s degree highly preferred.
Three to five years of related experience preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Must be able to work overtime with very little to no advance notice.

Nice To Haves

PIT experience.
Prior experience with continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
Previous experience leading a team.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel, including Pivot Tables and spreadsheets.
Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP or Manhattan.
Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Direct and manage a team of 20 or more warehouse associates to meet distribution and receipt targets and productivity and quality standards.
Monitor site productivity and hold associates accountable to daily, weekly, and monthly metrics; provide feedback and initiate corrective action when needed.
Adhere to budgetary guidelines and work toward distribution center objectives while maintaining quality and inventory standards.
Lead continuous improvement projects and initiatives, such as Gemba walks, Kaizen workshops, and takt boards.
Schedule the workforce daily to ensure appropriate staffing for selecting, replenishing, restocking, locating, and shipping merchandise productively and cost-efficiently.
Coordinate equipment maintenance, including preventive maintenance and repairs.
Train, coach, counsel, and appraise employees, supporting their development.
Spend most of the workday on the warehouse floor while balancing administrative duties.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the organization, including daily collaboration with HR groups.
Interview candidates and make hiring decisions for lead and associate roles.
Oversee disciplinary processes, including counseling and oral and written warnings, and maintain a productive warehouse work climate.
Prepare ad hoc reports using Excel or other necessary programs.
Maintain accurate timekeeping, attendance, and PTO records and ensure schedules are maintained.
Enforce safe work practices and compliance with OSHA, DEA, FDA, and state and local authority requirements.
Assist with EHS audits, conduct Job Safety Observations, record and manage safety incidents, monitor safety behaviors, and provide feedback.
Assist with QRA audits and non-conformance issues, conduct housekeeping observations, and ensure completion of required QRA training and documentation.
Coordinate and supervise daily activities, set team priorities, coordinate work with other supervisors, and resolve standard and non-standard problems in the assigned area.
Support development planning and succession planning, align goals with functional objectives, and promote operational excellence.
Build customer relationships, interpret customer needs, and help develop and share alternative solutions.