Distribution Supervisor - 2Nd Shift | $70,000-$82,000/Year

E.A. Sween Company
  • Chicago, IL
  • $70,000–$82,000 Per Year
  • Autofill and Review
6 days ago

Job Description

Distribution Supervisor- 2nd Shift | $70,000-$82,000/year

Pay: $70,000-$82,000 annually, based on experience

Schedule: Wednesday-Saturday, 3:00 p.m. until completion. Shifts typically run 10-12 hours and may extend into overnight.

Lead a Team. Keep Operations Moving.

E.A. Sween is seeking an experienced Distribution Supervisor to lead our second-shift delivery operation. If you know how to coach drivers, solve problems, and hold a team accountable while earning their respect, this is an opportunity to make a daily impact.

This hands-on role puts you at the center of delivery performance, employee development, safety, and customer service. You'll help ensure products reach customer stores accurately, efficiently, and on time.

Who We Are

Since 1955, our mission has been to passionately feed millions daily with high-quality food people enjoy. E.A. Sween is a third-generation, family-owned and professionally managed company committed to growth.

We believe employees should feel respected, heard, and appreciated. We value people, prioritize safety, welcome ideas and honest feedback, and take pride in delivering exceptional service.

What You'll Do

  • Lead daily delivery operations: Coordinate Leads and Drivers to meet on-time delivery standards and key performance goals.

  • Develop your team: Coach employees and oversee new-driver field training, ongoing safety training, equipment handling, and customer service.

  • Champion safety: Enforce DOT requirements and company safety policies to reduce vehicle incidents and workplace injuries.

  • Maintain food safety: Uphold HACCP, applicable food safety requirements, and company standards; support customer audits.

  • Resolve problems: Address delivery challenges and customer concerns promptly, conduct store audits, and build strong relationships with store personnel.

What You'll Bring

  • 3-5 years of supervisory experience managing teams and daily operations, including experience in delivery or logistics.

  • Previous driving and customer service experience.

  • A valid CDL .

  • Effective communication, sound judgment, and basic Microsoft Office skills.

  • At least 21 years of age.

  • Ability to pass a physical exam, drug screening, and background check and obtain a DOT Medical Card.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 75 pounds repetitively and push or pull up to 300 pounds using a four-wheel dolly or drag hook. The role requires frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, turning, and reaching, along with work in varying weather conditions.

Ready to put your leadership experience to work? Apply today and join E.A. Sween.

E.A. Sween is an Equal Opportunity Employer- Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability.

Numbers & Facts

LocationChicago, IL
Salary$70,000–$82,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Auditingunmatched
  • Background Investigationunmatched
  • CDL Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Coachingunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Corporate Policiesunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Distribution Managementunmatched
  • Employee Relationsunmatched
  • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
  • Food Safetyunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Operationsunmatched
  • People Managementunmatched
  • Physical Demandsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Safety Trainingunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Service Deliveryunmatched
  • Staff Developmentunmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched

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