Shipping Supervisor - Weekend Morning Shift

Shipping Supervisor - Weekend Morning Shift at Zekelman Industries

At Zekelman, we manufacture high‑quality tubular and related products used in hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more. Join us to build a career you believe in.

As a Shipping Supervisor at Wheatland Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, you will oversee daily warehouse and shipping operations within the plant to ensure efficient material handling, order fulfillment, inventory management and shipping logistics. The role is onsite and located in Rochelle, IL. 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 lbs 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

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low‑cost, high‑quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting and much more.

M/F/D/V

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing

Industries:
Wholesale Building Materials

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