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# Global Logistics Supervisor at Urschel Laboratories, Inc.

- **Company:** Urschel Laboratories, Inc.
- **Location:** Chesterton, IN
- **Posted:** 2026-09-18
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-25
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/urschellaboratoriesinc/jobs/4411405009

## Job description

Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking a Global Logistics Supervisor to join our Customer Operations team. Reporting to the Customer Operations Manager, the Global Logistics Supervisor is responsible for overseeing domestic and international logistics activities and supporting the effective execution of Urschel’s trade compliance program. This position is not remote and will be required to report daily to the Corporate Headquarters in Chesterton, Indiana.

Urschel employee-owners design and manufacture industrial cutting equipment for food processing and allied industries around the world from our global headquarters located in Chesterton, Indiana, U.S.A. Consumers purchase goods manufactured on Urschel cutting equipment on a daily basis. Advanced manufacturing technologies are utilized at our climate controlled, clean, and environmentally conscious facility.

Company Benefits, Rewards and Perks:

- Quarterly performance award bonus based on overall company performance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Stock Issued Annually
- 2 Weeks’ Vacation Available Upon Hire
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Available on 1st Day of Employment
- Low Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Premiums and Deductibles
- Free Health Clinic (Available to Employees and Their Dependents)
- 401(k) with Employer Matching
- Free Life Insurance
- Free 24/7 Access to An Onsite Workout Center with Personal Trainers
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Support for Community Involvement/Philanthropy

Job Duties:

- Lead day-to-day domestic and international shipping activities, including LTL, FTL, and international small-parcel shipments, ensuring accurate, efficient, and timely execution.
- Ensure established trade compliance requirements are consistently followed, escalating matters requiring interpretation or policy decisions as appropriate.
- Serve as an escalation point for transportation, documentation, customs, carrier, and shipment-related issues, including damaged or lost shipment claims.
- Monitor operational performance and proactively identify and implement opportunities to improve processes, service levels, efficiency, and overall effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will have experience in logistics, transportation, shipping, customer operations, or a related field. Prior supervisory, team leadership, or demonstrated leadership experience is preferred. Candidates should possess strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and computer skills, with attention to detail. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to take initiative, pursue improvements, and manage competing priorities.

If you are seeking an outstanding career opportunity, visit the Urschel careers link directly at http://www.urschel.com/careers or find us on Facebook or LinkedIn.

Applications will be accepted through Sunday, October 4, 2026.

## EEO/Veterans/Disability

Date Posted: 9/18/2026

## About Urschel Laboratories, Inc.

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Urschel Laboratories is the global leader in industrial food cutting technology, designing and manufacturing high-capacity precision cutting machines for food processing and allied industries.
- **Entity Type**: Private (100% employee‑owned via an Employee Stock Ownership Plan since 2016)
- **Headquarters**: Chesterton, Indiana, USA (an hour outside Chicago, IL)
- **Founded**: 1910
- **Founders**: William E. Urschel

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Industrial food cutting equipment manufacturing; also serves pharmaceutical and other allied industries.
- **Target customers**: B2B – food processing companies of all sizes (from major multinationals to specialty processors); global network spans 130+ countries.
- **Mission / purpose**: “To provide reliable, durable, and efficient food‑cutting solutions” and “to continue revolutionizing the food‑cutting industry with innovative cutting technology.”

## Products & Services
Urschel offers a broad portfolio of industrial cutting machinery, each tailored to specific processing needs:
- **Potato Chip Slicers** – high‑speed, precise slicing for snack foods.
- **Cheese Shredders** – high‑capacity shredding for dairy and ingredient preparation.
- **Fruit & Vegetable Dicers** – consistent dicing for canned, frozen, and fresh‑cut produce.
- **French Fry Cutters** – high‑speed cutting for potato strips.
- **Meat Dicers & Poultry Dicers** – precision cutting for protein processing.
- **Peanut Butter Mills** – grinding for nut butters and spreads.
- **Fish Processing Equipment** – specialized cutting for seafood.
- **Lettuce Shredders** – clean, uniform shredding for bagged salads.
- **Crumblers & Bread Cubers** – size reduction for bakery rework and stuffing.
- **Wet/Dry Milling Equipment** – milling for food and pharmaceutical ingredients.
*All products are designed, engineered, and manufactured in‑house; critical parts are produced under one roof.*

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private, employee‑owned company).
- **Key Metric**: Headcount – over 500 employees (all employee‑owners). Global sales and service network covering 130+ countries.
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: None (100% employee‑owned; no external venture or private equity investors). Key partner relationships with major food processors worldwide.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Voted **Best Place to Work** by Northwest Indiana Business Magazine’s Best of Business Awards for three consecutive years (2024–2026).
  - New state‑of‑the‑art headquarters facility in Chesterton, IN (over 500,000 sq ft on 160 acres).
  - Continuous expansion of global sales and support network.
  - 100% employee‑owned structure aligns employee incentives with long‑term company success.

## Competitive Advantages
- **100+ Years of Innovation**: Founded in 1910, Urschel holds hundreds of patents related to food‑cutting methods and machinery.
- **In‑House Manufacturing**: All critical parts are produced internally, ensuring quality control and rapid prototyping.
- **Employee Ownership (ESOP)**: Every employee has a direct stake in the company’s success, driving a culture of pride, accountability, and long‑term thinking.
- **Global Reach & Support**: With sales and service in 130+ countries, Urschel provides local support for its machines worldwide.
- **Test Cutting Services**: In‑person, video, and live remote test cutting demonstrations help customers optimize their processes before purchasing.

## Strategic Focus
- **Innovation in Cutting Technology**: Continued R&D to develop new cut shapes, improve energy efficiency, and enhance precision.
- **Product Line Expansion**: Adding new machinery for evolving customer needs (e.g., plant‑based proteins, convenience foods).
- **Talent Development**: Investing in local training partnerships (e.g., Porter County Career and Technical Center) and offering tuition assistance to maintain a skilled workforce.
- **Manufacturing Excellence**: Maintaining lean, high‑quality production in the Chesterton facility while scaling capacity.

## Why Work Here
- **Employee Ownership**: All full‑time and qualifying part‑time employees automatically become participants in the ESOP after one year (1,000+ hours), receiving company stock contributions at no cost.
- **Benefits & Perks**:
  - Health/dental/vision insurance – available immediately upon hire with low deductibles.
  - 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  - ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) – annual contributions of company stock.
  - Vacation time available immediately, paid sick days, holidays, life insurance, long‑term care, disability coverage.
  - Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities (e.g., Vincennes University partnership).
  - On‑site fitness center with personal trainers and fitness classes.
- **Work Environment**: 100% employee‑owned culture with a “positive work environment.” Roles are primarily on‑site at the Chesterton, IN campus; remote work is not typical for manufacturing or office roles.
- **Engineering & Innovation Culture**: The company retains “Laboratories” in its name to reflect its commitment to continuous R&D. Employees work on cutting‑edge food‑processing machinery in a modern, 500,000 sq ft facility.
- **Recognition**: Voted “Best Place to Work” three years running, indicating strong employee satisfaction and community reputation.

## Sources
1. [urschel.com/careers/](https://www.urschel.com/careers/)
2. [urschel.com/about-urschel/](https://www.urschel.com/about-urschel/)
3. [urschel.com/](https://www.urschel.com/)
4. [urschel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/fact-sheet-urschel-company-english.pdf](https://www.urschel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/fact-sheet-urschel-company-english.pdf)
5. [urschel.com/about-urschel/urschel-esop/](https://www.urschel.com/about-urschel/urschel-esop/)

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