Operations Supervisor Jobs in Illinois

Operations Supervisor jobs in Illinois are concentrated in manufacturing, logistics, food processing, and distribution, with demand running from frontline shift supervisors to multi-site operations leads. Chicago, Joliet, and Rockford are the most active hiring metros, anchored by major employers like Amazon, Caterpillar, and U.S. Foods that maintain large Illinois facilities and promote from within. Supply chain coordination and warehouse operations management are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles116+
Top employerWesco
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring63
Work type88% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Kinder Morgan
Operations Supervisor
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Operations Supervisor
Kinder Morgan
Joliet, Illinois
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$121k - $148k/yr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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CVS Health
Front End Operations Supervisor (Meritain Health)
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Front End Operations Supervisor (Meritain Health)
CVS Health
Springfield, Illinois
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$44k - $102k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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Wesco
Supervisor - Operations (2nd Shift Shipping)
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Supervisor - Operations (2nd Shift Shipping)
Wesco
Alsip, Illinois
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$65k - $84k/yr
Forklift Certification
10,000+

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Operations Supervisor
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Operations Supervisor
Lafeber Company
Cornell, Illinois
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$58k - $68k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree

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Traffic Operations Supervisor
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Traffic Operations Supervisor
City of Evanston, IL
Evanston, Illinois
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$98k.68 - $146k.14/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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Operations Supervisor Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
17 jobs
Alsip
6 jobs
Romeoville
6 jobs
Aurora
4 jobs
Joliet
4 jobs
Rockford
4 jobs
Bolingbrook
4 jobs
Clinton
3 jobs
Naperville
3 jobs

Operations Supervisor Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Wesco
Wesco6 open roles
Life Time
Life Time6 open roles
ARCOSA
ARCOSA3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Energy
  • Insurance
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in operations supervisor jobs across Illinois.

  • Three or more years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, logistics, or distribution
  • Bachelor's degree in business, operations management, or a related field preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to manage production schedules and meet output targets
  • Proficiency with inventory management systems such as SAP or Oracle
  • Experience enforcing OSHA safety standards and conducting workplace safety audits
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for shift handoffs and reporting

Operations Supervisor Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a operations supervisor in Illinois?

Most operations supervisor roles in Illinois require a combination of hands-on floor experience and a bachelor's degree in operations management, business, or supply chain. Illinois does not mandate a state-issued license specifically for this role, so employers set their own requirements. Starting as a team lead or shift coordinator at a manufacturing plant, distribution center, or food processing facility in the Chicago metro or downstate industrial corridor is the most common entry point into a supervisory track.

Which companies hire operations supervisors in Illinois?

Illinois operations supervisor roles are posted by Wesco, Life Time, and ARCOSA and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's dense concentration of logistics hubs, food manufacturers, and Fortune 500 headquarters means openings are spread across both the Chicago metro and mid-sized cities like Joliet, Peoria, and Rockford.

Which Illinois cities have the most operations supervisor jobs?

Chicago, Alsip, and Romeoville have the most operations supervisor openings in Illinois. Chicago drives volume through its corporate headquarters, freight and distribution infrastructure, and large manufacturing base, while Joliet and Rockford attract openings from industrial parks and regional distribution centers that serve major national retailers and logistics providers.

Are there remote operations supervisor jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. About 13% of operations supervisor openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting that most of the role involves direct oversight of people, equipment, and physical workflows. The portions most likely to allow remote work are administrative functions like scheduling, reporting, and vendor coordination rather than floor or shift supervision.

How can I get hired as a operations supervisor in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is starting as a team lead or lead associate at a large Illinois distribution or manufacturing operation, then building toward a supervisory title within one to two years. Employers like Amazon at its Joliet and suburban Chicago fulfillment centers and U.S. Foods at its Illinois distribution sites regularly promote from internal lead roles. Earning a Certified Production Technician credential through the Manufacturing Institute or completing a supply chain certificate at a community college like College of DuPage strengthens a candidacy before applying for an official supervisor posting.

Where can I find and apply to operations supervisor jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to operations supervisor jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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