Inventory and Warehouse Supervisor

Company: Nielsen Massey Vanillas I
Location: Waukegan
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Position Summary: The Inventory & Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily coordination and control of warehouse operations and inventory processes within a food manufacturing environment. This role ensures raw materials, packaging, finished goods, and ingredients are received, stored, rotated, and distributed accurately and efficiently while maintaining food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. The Supervisor will lead warehouse staff, implement process improvements, monitor stock levels, and support production needs to ensure optimal workflow and minimal downtime. Key Responsibilities Inventory Management Maintain accurate inventory levels for raw ingredients, packaging materials, WIP (work-in-progress), and finished products Monitor cycle counts, reconcile discrepancies, and investigate variances Utilize ERP or inventory management systems to create timely and accurate inventory reports Implement FIFO/FEFO procedures to ensure product freshness, traceability, and regulatory compliance Coordinate cycle counts, physical inventory counts and audits Warehouse Operations Oversee receiving, storage, staging, and shipping of materials in accordance with food safety standards Develop and maintain efficient warehouse layout, storage systems, and material flow Ensure proper operation and maintenance of warehouse equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, scanners, etc.) Schedule and prioritize shipments to support production and customer demand Enforce workplace safety guidelines, including OSHA and HACCP requirements Leadership & Training Supervise, train, and evaluate warehouse associates and forklift operators Coordinate staffing levels, time schedules, and workload distribution Conduct performance reviews and support ongoing employee development Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement Regulatory & Quality Compliance Ensure food safety controls and sanitation practices are followed at all times Maintain accurate lot tracking, documentation, and labeling in accordance with FDA and GMP standards Support SQF, BRC, or other third-party audits and certification requirements Follow all company policies relating to traceability, allergen control, and product segregation Process Improvement Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy and warehouse efficiency Develop SOPs for receiving, storage, staging, and material handling Implement KPIs and monitor warehouse performance metrics Work cross-functionally with purchasing, production, quality assurance, and logistics teams Qualifications Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field preferred 3–5 years of warehouse or inventory experience in a food manufacturing, CPG, or related environment Supervisory or lead-level experience required Strong knowledge of FIFO/FEFO, GMP, HACCP, and food safety compliance Experience using ERP systems (SAP, NetSuite, Dynamics, or similar) Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Forklift certification preferred Skills & Competencies Strong organizational and time-management abilities Ability to analyze data and generate accurate reports Excellent communication and leadership skills Problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Standing, walking, and operating warehouse equipment for extended periods Ability to work in cold or refrigerated environments if necessary Work Environment Food manufacturing plant and warehouse setting Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Benefits Monthly Auto Allowance 401k Plan and up to 4% company matching Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Health Reimbursement Arrangement or Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter Paid Holidays Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Reimbursement Paid Parental Leave Bereavement Short Term Disability Weekly paychecks Rewards & Recognition Programs Employee Referral Program Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Annual Bonus Program

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