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Warehouse Supervisor

**Please note this position is not remote and RJW will not be providing relocation assistance.**

Schedule/Shift: Wednesday - Saturday (E Shift), 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM (Hours may vary based on business needs)

Salary: $65-$70k annual

Location: 26220 W 143rd St, Plainfield, IL 60544 (W20)

We are logistics experts who store and ship everyday products for over 1,000 customers to major retailers we all shop at.

We've more than doubled our warehouse network nationwide over the last two years. In the Chicago area alone we have 14 active warehouses across Woodridge, Bolingbrook, Romeoville, Lockport and Joliet with two startups in Plainfield ramping up. That means team members have real opportunities to grow with us.

We are driven by service excellence, continuous improvement and an ownership mindset. For our team members, that creates an environment where hard work matters, new ideas are valued and every person has the opportunity to help shape our future while sharing in the success we build together.

Make an Impact in Our Warehouse Operations

As a Warehouse Supervisor at RJW, you lead a team that keeps our customers' products moving safely, accurately and on time. You set the tone on the floor, bringing a strong focus on safety, quality and productivity while developing the associates who make it all happen.

What You Will Do

  • Lead, coach and develop a team of warehouse associates to meet or exceed customer expectations.
  • Plan, prioritize and assign daily work to align labor and equipment with volume, service commitments and customer requirements.
  • Ensure all orders are picked, staged, loaded and shipped accurately, on time and in compliance with customer specifications and RJW standards.
  • Oversee accurate, timely documentation and system transactions (BOLs, manifests, receipts, adjustments and other required paperwork).
  • Champion a strong safety and quality culture on the dock and in the warehouse, driving continuous improvement.
  • Partner with Customer Solutions/Customer Service and other supervisors to resolve issues, ensure smooth shift handoffs and deliver a consistent experience for associates and customers.

What You Bring

  • Minimum of 3+ years of previous warehouse supervisory/managerial experience in a fast-paced distribution or logistics environment.
  • Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse team while holding high standards for safety, accuracy, productivity and attendance.
  • Experience planning labor and work assignments in a high-volume, deadline-driven operation.
  • Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS); strong overall computer and data entry skills.
  • Clear and confident communication skills able to set expectations, give feedback and partner effectively with internal teams and external partners.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and a "roll up your sleeves" approach to supporting the operation.

Rewards

  • $65,000 to $70,000 annual salary.
  • All team members not just a select few are given shares in the company at no cost through our MyShare program. You will have a direct stake in our success.
  • Wide ranging benefits including health, dental and vision plans, life and disability insurances, retirement savings plan, PTO/paid holidays and weekly pay.
  • Career growth opportunities across our Chicago-area warehouse network.

Benefits

  • MyShare program
  • 401(k) matching
  • Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Sick Days
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Accidental Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
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