Supervisor Warehouse Operations

Abbott Laboratories · Waukegan · $78,000–$156,000 (stated in the posting)

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Abbott Park, IL location within the GES Global Engineering Services division. This is an onsite position.

The Supervisor is responsible for the daily management and coordination of Maintenance Warehouse Operations, Investment Recovery, Moving Services, and Rigging Services. This role oversees personnel, inventory control, asset disposition, material handling, equipment moves, and complex rigging operations while ensuring safe, efficient, and customer-focused service delivery. The supervisor provides leadership, training, resource planning, and operational oversight to support organizational goals and maintain compliance with all applicable safety and regulatory requirements. This includes but is not limited to compliance with GMP, CAPA, FDA, DOT and IATA regulations, productivity improvements, safety standards and training/development.

What You'll Work On:

Warehouse Operations

Supervise the daily operations of the maintenance warehouse and satellite locations, ensuring efficient receiving, storage, inventory control, and distribution of materials and supplies.

Maintain accurate inventory records and oversee inventory audits and cycle counts.

Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishment activities to ensure operational readiness.

Ensure proper handling, storage, and security of materials, equipment, and tools.

Develop and maintain warehouse procedures that promote efficiency, accuracy, and safety.

Oversee chargeable space management and optimization.

Investment Recovery

Oversee the identification, collection, redistribution, sale, recycling, or disposal of surplus and obsolete assets.
Maintain accurate records of asset transfers, disposals, and recoveries.
Ensure compliance with organizational policies and applicable regulations regarding asset management and disposal.
Collaborate with departments to facilitate effective utilization and recovery of organizational resources.

Moving Services Operations

Supervise the mover team responsible for office relocations, furniture installations, event setups, equipment moves, and internal logistics support.
Assist with planning and scheduling move requests to meet customer and organizational needs.
Coordinate labor, equipment, and transportation resources to ensure timely completion of assignments.
Ensure proper handling and protection of furniture, equipment, and facilities during moves.
Resolve operational challenges and provide customer service support during move-related activities.

Rigging Operations

Oversee rigging activities involving the movement, placement, and installation of heavy equipment and machinery.
Ensure all rigging operations are performed safely and in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.
Assist with evaluating rigging plans, lifting methods, equipment requirements, and staffing needs for complex projects.
Coordinate with contractors, vendors, engineers, and facility stakeholders during major equipment moves and installations.

Leadership & Staff Development

Supervise, coach, motivate and direct warehouse, mover, and rigging personnel.
Conduct performance evaluations and address employee performance concerns in a timely and constructive manner.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement within all assigned work groups.
Facilitate employee training on safety practices, equipment operation, customer service, and departmental procedures.
Participate in hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and workforce planning activities.

Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, workplace safety regulations, and organizational policies.
Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and toolbox meetings.
Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses and implement corrective actions.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure employees utilize proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
Maintain compliance documentation, certifications, and training records.

Budget & Administrative Responsibilities

Assist with department budgeting, procurement, and resource allocation.
Monitor operational expenses and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
Prepare reports, performance metrics, and operational summaries for leadership.
Oversee vendor relationships and service contracts related to warehouse, moving, and rigging operations.

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma / GED
Three to five years in a leadership role in a medical device manufacturing operations warehouse or supply chain environment.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $78,000.00 – $156,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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