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Warehouse Supervisor- Shipping

UNFI
Joliet, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/26/2026
Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Wholefoods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today!

Why Work for UNFI?

  • Competitive Salary
  • Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
  • Medical, dental and vision benefits after 30 days of employment
  • Paid Leave Time earned
  • Even more perks: 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, , wellness program that puts money back in your pocket for living a healthy lifestyle!
  • Professional growth and learning opportunities a culture that promotes from within

Position Purpose

Supervises Warehouse receiving activities and associates for a specific shift/area to ensure functions are performed within Company and Distribution Center guidelines. Provides excellent customer service to stores serviced through accurate handling of inbound product.

Essential Functions And Basic Duties

  • Schedules and supervises Receiving associates
  • Controls production standards, accuracy of inventory, using proper accuracy programs and systems.
  • Processes store returns and return to vendors using proper Company policies.
  • Coordinates with Inventory Control associates regarding slotting, product rotation and space allocation. Maintains daily inventory and accuracy records.
  • Conducts daily crew meeting to discuss safety, productivity and accuracy.
  • Communicates with Transportation on the flow and receipt of backhauls.
  • Supervises scheduling of inbound load appointments.
  • Responsible to sign for, sort and distribute inbound, overnight carrier and mail service deliveries.
  • Walks warehouse daily to ensure that safety, security, sanitation and pest control codes, laws, and policies are maintained.
  • Develops and maintains good working relationship with all departments.

Qualifications

  • Possess strong general knowledge of all warehousing operations, with prior work experience to include lead person or supervisory duties, preferably with the Company.
  • Possess good supervisory skills and the ability to work with and through others to achieve desired results.
  • Possess good communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to read and interpret computerized reports.
  • Requires the analytical ability to handle administrative duties and mental alertness to ensure accurate, safe, and thorough completion of work activities. Possess the ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions.
  • Basic computer skills required, and personal computer experience helpful, with word processing and spreadsheet applications.
  • Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Salary : $73,000 - $109,500

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