Purpose:

Responsible for supervising the shipping/receiving functions of all outgoing/incoming products from the warehouse. Leads and controls activities of company warehouse personnel. Front line supervision is an extremely important function for the company, positive interaction with the employees is critical as this ensures getting work out on time, efficiently, and accurately.

Ensures shipping, receiving, storage, and distribution are performed in an efficient manner. Takes precautions to protect warehouse contents against loss. Retains and reviews warehouse documents and reports.

Conducts Warehouse operations in accordance with established procedures and policies and keeps management informed of Warehouse activities. Completes miscellaneous support functions and supports area personnel as required.

Responsibilities:

• Provides direction and proper motivation to lead employees to ensure the daily workload is completed in an efficient and cost effective manner.
• Maintains a positive presence on the floor throughout the shift.
• Supervises all warehouse functions.
• Completes appropriate paperwork and reports as required.
• Provides new hire and follow- up training for all employees.
• Performs job evaluations and communicates results to employees.
• Evaluates work performance of personnel regarding promotions, absenteeism, commendations, and disciplinary action.
• Communicates with other members of management and departments to ensure that goals are accomplished.
• Maintains a safe, clean work environment. Knowledgeable of all emergency procedures and regulations regarding fire and other potential emergencies.
• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location.
• Ensures compliance with all Federal, Provincial, and local laws, as well as company policies
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification(s):

• Post-Secondary Education in Business, Supply Chain, or Logistics or equivalent work-related experience.
• APICS/CPIM designation is considered an asset.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of progressive related experience.
• Previous Supervision experience in a Warehouse, Food/CPG Distribution, or Logistics environment heavily desired.

Required Knowledge:

• Understanding of required computer applications.
• Understanding of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Operations and Maintenance.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management systems.
• Knowledge of OHSA, HACCP, and Sanitation standards.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma and/or Lean Principles is an asset.
• Knowledge of Safety and Loss Prevention.

Skills & Abilities:

• Skilled in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word) and Warehouse Management systems.
• Excellent leadership abilities.
• Good communications abilities.
• Able to organize, coordinate, and direct team activities.
• Motivates self and others to accomplish important objectives despite a complex environment and multiple demands, creates a sense of urgency, and delegates appropriately.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Able to use all related maintenance equipment.
• Attention to detail.