Warehouse Shift Supervisor - Contract - 5 : 45pm
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Position Summary
Supervises a small group (6‑12) of hourly associates in a cross‑dock, warehouse, or transportation management operation. Monitors day‑to‑day operations for compliance to establish safety and logistics procedures. Must support the afternoon shift (5 : 45 p.m. – 2 : 30 a.m.) Monday to Friday. This role is a 12‑month contract.
Major Responsibilities
- People : Communicate daily work assignments; interview hourly associates and provide hiring recommendations; ensure fair treatment for all associates.
- Operations : Evaluate and recommend changes to improve customer satisfaction; manage deadline pressures while maintaining positivity; ensure product is stored / delivered timely and damage‑free.
- Finance : Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures such as inventory accuracy, returns, damages; understand decision‑making impacts on profitability; closely manage associate working hours to minimize overtime and meet productivity targets.
- Safety : Understand location safety strategy; continuously monitor and reinforce safety awareness; lead shift safety meetings.
- Growth / Customer Experience : Present a positive, can‑do attitude; understand location‑specific customer goals; identify continuous improvement opportunities.
- Fleet / Assets : Ensure equipment is in proper working order; complete maintenance documentation and send to vendor; secure vehicles when not in service.
- Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
3‑5 years of warehouse experience required.2 years supervisory experience in a warehouse environment preferred.High School Diploma or equivalent required.Bachelor’s Degree preferred.Bilingual (English / French) preferred.Good communication skills, organizational and problem‑solving skills required.Proficient in CRT, PC, scanners, calculators and related equipment.SAP knowledge required.Working knowledge of MRP and JIT preferred.Advanced computer skills : Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint required.Regular, predictable, full attendance is essential.Willingness to travel as necessary, work required schedule, work at specific location, and complete a Penske employment application required.Physical Requirements
Must read, communicate verbally and / or in written form, remember and analyze certain information, and understand certain instructions.May stand, walk, sit; use hands to touch, handle, feel; reach with hands and arms; may lift up to 25 lbs (12 kg) occasionally.Vision requirements : close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, focus adjustment.Penske is committed to the principle of equity in employment.
About Penske Logistics
Penske Logistics engineers state‑of‑the‑art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market‑leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply‑chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.
Job Details
Job Category : Logistics / Supply ChainJob Family : OperationsSeniority Level : Not ApplicableEmployment Type : ContractJob Function : Management and ManufacturingIndustries : Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and StorageAddress : 715032 Oxford Rd 4Primary Location : CA‑ON‑WoodstockEmployer : Penske Logistics Canada Ltd.Req ID : 2511787#J-18808-Ljbffr