Shipping Supervisor - Weekend Night Shift

About Zekelman Industries

Zekelman is a family of companies – 100% domestic manufacturers – with a legacy dating back to 1877. We are the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and a leading innovator in multi‑family housing development. Our products are part of the places where we live, work and play – hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Shipping Supervisor – Wheatland Tube (division of Zekelman Industries), Rochelle, IL. Onsite. Responsible for overseeing daily warehouse and shipping operations, ensuring efficient material handling, order fulfillment, inventory management, and shipping logistics. Shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 6 PM‑6 AM.

• Supervise, train, and coach warehouse and shipping personnel to meet production and delivery goals.
• Coordinate timely loading, unloading, and dispatch of shipments to support on‑time delivery to customers.
• Monitor and maintain accurate inventory levels by conducting cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
• Ensure proper storage, staging, and movement of materials and finished goods within the warehouse.
• Enforce OSHA and company safety policies to maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
• Identify and implement strategies to improve shipping and warehouse efficiency, reduce errors, and lower costs.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, inventory, and warehouse activities using ERP/WMS tools.
• Partner with production, quality, and logistics teams to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee the maintenance and proper operation of forklifts, cranes, and other material‑handling equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Lead and promote healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and company policy.

• 3+ years of warehouse and shipping experience in a manufacturing or heavy industry environment; steel or pipe/tube experience preferred.
• 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Knowledge of shipping operations, inventory control, and logistics; ERP or WMS experience preferred.
• Understanding of OSHA regulations, forklift operation, and warehouse safety best practices.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb and operate material‑handling equipment in a fast‑paced industrial environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to make quick, effective decisions under pressure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with internal teams and external partners.

• Competitive compensation.
• Bonus plan and profit‑sharing opportunities.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with low‑cost, high‑quality options.
• Tuition assistance program to support continued education and professional development.
• Paid vacation and holidays to support work‑life balance.
• Employee loyalty awards and recognition programs.

Base salary range: $71,000–$124,000 USD. Additional benefits include a bonus plan, profit‑sharing opportunities, 401(k) with a generous company match, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, tuition assistance, paid vacation, holidays, and employee recognition awards.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Wholesale Building Materials