Warehouse Supervisor
Key Skills for This Role
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Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:
Coordinate the shipping, receiving, warehousing of product, order picking and cycle counts with other supervisors, office staff and management to ensure all customer orders are shipped on time in accordance with customer specifications;
As assigned on a rotating basis between supervisors, provide required operational performance and delivery information to the Distribution Lead Supervisor and Distribution Warehouse Manager
Manage an hourly workforce of unionized employees in a fair and equitable manner in accordance with company policies, procedures and the collective agreement to deliver operational and work environment objectives including communications, safety, training, performance management, work assignment, attendance management, competency assessment, coaching, and discipline;
Manage all issues with carriers to ensure the efficient unloading and loading of trailers;
Ensure adequate workforce resources are available for operational delivery and proposed additions/reductions to the Distribution Lead Supervisor to acquire / reduce resources accordingly;
Interview prospective candidates in conjunction with Human Resources to acquire the required talent to strengthen the warehouse workforce;
Coach, discipline and terminate, where required, those employees who do not meet company performance expectations or who chose to disregard company policy and HACCP/CFIA requirements for the proper handling of product, informing the Distribution Lead Supervisor and Human Resources when such actions are proposed;
Ensure all warehouse employees reporting to the Supervisor are properly trained in health & safety policy / procedures and the duties and responsibilities of their current role;
Record employee hours worked into the payroll system to ensure timely wage payment to employees for hours worked;
Manage all employee issues and grievances in accordance with company policy and the collective agreement in conjunction with Human Resources and management;
Other work as assigned by management.
MWDC Shifts run multiple shifts 7 days a week, including evening, overnight and weekend shifts. Successful candidates are required to have flexibility in working hours.
Position Outcomes:
Shipping of customer orders in a timely manner in accordance with customer specifications and expectations
Optimal and accurate order picking to ensure the timely loading of customer orders
Organized management of shift operations
Productive and engaged workforce that is properly informed of shift objectives, changes in the organization and employee events
Orchestrated collaboration of operational activities between shifts to ensure warehouse operations are performed in the most optimal manner possible.
What You’ll Bring:
3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in a unionized warehouse environment;
5 to 7 years experience in a diverse, unionized warehouse environment;
College Diploma or equivalent education preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of warehouse operations;
Demonstrated leadership capabilities, preferably in an unionized environment;
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage under a collective agreement;
Demonstrated problem-solving skills;
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of Saskatchewan Labour Laws and Regulations;
Overtime may be required to finish off required duties.
Applicant must have ability to work during a operational hours (days, afternoon, night and weekend shifts) as scheduled by management.
Experience working handling food and perishable products preferred
Working knowledge of CFIA regulations and standard HACCP practices preferred
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and SAP Warehouse Management knowledge preferred;
Proficient in MS Office
What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:
- Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
- An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
- Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
- Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
- Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
- Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.
About Us:
We are carbon neutral.
We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
We embrace a strong, values-based culture
Doing What’s Right
Shared Value
High Performance
Diverse and Inclusive Teams
Disciplined Decision Making
Our Accountability
Intense Curiosity
Transparency and Humility
We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position. Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [email protected] . Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.
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