Freedman Seating Company, a leading manufacturer of bus and commercial truck seats located on the west side of Chicago, has an immediate opening for a Receiving Supervisor – 1st Shift.

The primary role of the Receiving Supervisor will be to oversee the efficient and timely receipt, inspection, cataloging, and storage of incoming items. Additionally, this role will manage the creation of Purchase Orders for subcontracted items, ensuring smooth operations for items sent out for subcontracting and their subsequent receipt. Work closely with the purchasing, accounting, and inventory teams to ensure accurate records and resolve discrepancies related to invoicing and goods received.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Oversee the timely receipt of incoming shipments, ensuring accuracy and quality.

• Conduct thorough inspections of items to verify compliance with specified standards.

• Catalog received items accurately, recording necessary details for inventory management.

• Ensure organized and efficient storage of received materials within the warehouse or designated areas.

• Create Purchase Orders for subcontracted items, particularly metals sent out for subcontracting operations.

• Manage the receipt and reconciliation of subcontracted items upon return.

• Work closely with the Purchasing, Accounting, and Inventory control to resolve any discrepancies related to goods received not invoiced or invoiced not received.

• Partner with the shipping team to efficiently load and unload shipments, sharing resources as needed for smooth operations.

• Collaborate with the inventory team to address any discrepancies in inventory counts or records.

• Investigate and resolve issues arising from discrepancies promptly and efficiently.

• Lead and manage a team of receiving personnel, providing guidance and support.

• Schedule tasks and allocate resources to ensure the smooth operation of the receiving department.

• Assist in the receiving process as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

  Skills and Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ previous experience in receiving or warehouse operations.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a supervisory or team leadership role.

• Experience operating forklifts and other relevant warehouse equipment.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to conduct thorough inspections.

• Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office suite.

• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.

• Effective communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams.

• Certifications in logistics or supply chain management preferred.

• Ability to operate forklift.

  We offer comprehensive benefits to include medical, dental, optical, and optional 401K. Freedman is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.