Shipping Supervisor

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We're proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

About the Role

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. You will help maintain a safe, organized, and high-performing warehouse environment while partnering with production, quality, and logistics teams to support customer satisfaction. This role is onsite and located in Rochelle, IL.

Shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 6PM-6AM

What You'll Do

• 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.
• Leads and promotes healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and Company policy.

Who You Are

• 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.

What You'll Get

• 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.

Compensation & Benefits

Below is the expected base salary range for this position. This is a good-faith estimate, and offers will be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.

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

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.