Shipping Supervisor

Why is this role so great?

The Shipping / Receiving Supervisor will manage and oversee all warehouse activities, ensure efficient processes, and achieve high levels of customer satisfaction through excellence in shipping, receiving, dispatching, and assuring quality of goods.

What is this role responsible for?

• Manage, measure and report the effectiveness of warehousing activities.
• Track and coordinate the receipt, storage, and timely delivery of goods and materials.
• Check orders, bills, items received, inventory transactions, and deliveries for accuracy.
• Complete a daily inspection of the warehouse.
• Organize and maintain inventory and storage areas.
• Identify areas of improvement and establish / adjust existing work procedures and practices.
• Coordinating and maintaining fleets and equipment.
• Accountable for communicating and coordinating with other departments and customers.
• Responsible for 15-20 hourly employees
• Responsible for communicating job expectations, coaching employees and evaluating job performance of designated staff.
• Accountable for conducting performance evaluations for designated staff. Will determine appropriate staffing levels and assign workload accordingly.
• Maintain records, report relevant information and prepare any necessary documentation as it applies to these departments.
• Communicating and reinforcing the adherence to safety programs.
• Accountable for working in accordance with the law to promote a safe work environment for all employees.
• Responsible for ensuring that suitable training, and the appropriate tools and equipment are available to employees enabling them to perform their work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Other duties and / or projects as assigned

What is required for the role?

• High school diploma or GED required
• Degree in business, management, logistics, or a related field preferred
• 3-5 years experience as a warehouse supervisor or similar management position
• Strong working knowledge of warehouse operations and management
• Time management skills and the ability to delegate
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite and data entry software
• Computer literate with knowledge in warehouse management software. Baan knowledge is an asset.
• Problem solving skills
• Forklift license considered an asset

Teknion is committed to supporting a culture of diversity and accessibility across the organization, starting with the hiring process.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment.

Teknion welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

By applying for a position with Teknion, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Teknion's employment policies.

Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position : SSN / SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, credit check and criminal check.

You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

Why should you grow with us!

• Competitive Salary
• Company Paid benefits
• Group RRSP plan
• Pension Plan
• Excellent work environment and culture
• Corporate perks and discounts year round
• Our People
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