Supervisor, Warehouse
SUPERVISOR, WAREHOUSE
Lead and develop a team of warehouse associates. Coordinate the receiving of raw materials, manage lineside inventory delivery to support production schedules, and oversee the storage and shipping of finished goods. Enforce strict safety protocols while optimizing storage capacity and workflow efficiency.
Responsibilities Include:
EMPLOYEE SAFETY
Actively drive a safety-first culture by leading by example
Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation, including the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, etc.
Accountable for employees working safely, i.e. by maintaining personal competency in departmental processes, equipment operation, materials usage etc., understanding the associated hazards in the department, and protecting workers from those hazards through information, training, and enforcement of procedures, laws, etc.
Maintain that equipment and facilities in safe condition, i.e. by maintaining personal competency in what “safe condition” looks like, conducting regular inspections, and addressing hazards if they arise
Responsible for all employees working in compliance with TMI’s Disability Management Procedure, i.e., by maintaining personal competency in the Procedure, informing employees of it, and enforcing it
PEOPLE SUPERVISION
Ensure warehouse personnel are following standardized work
Coach/guide employees with problem solving and conflict resolution skills
Lead daily operations by maintaining an active, physical presence on the work floor
Support team members through direct, real-time engagement and active observation
Build strong working relationships by talking with staff where they work
Ensure staff have clarity of expectations through the delivery of objectives and understanding key deliverables
Support employee development, i.e., by evaluating performance, providing feedback, and supporting their growth
Manage employee issues to enable employees to have a high degree of focus on their jobs, i.e., by resolving employee relations issues, performance problems, and disciplinary issues
SHIPPING & RECEIVING
Ensure that domestic and international shipping and receiving processes are safe, efficient (time and cost), effective (on time receipt and delivery) and are followed consistently
Provide assistance with special shipments, as required
Assist with Shipping and Receiving duties, when needed
Work with team to identify cost and efficiency opportunities
MATERIALS MANAGEMENT
Ensure that material handling processes are safe, efficient (time and cost), and effective (on time support to production)
Achieve all cycle count requirements
Manage warehouse space ensuring that material flows efficiently, space is utilized efficiently, and racking design/layout is optimized
Ensure sample requirements are processed efficiently and effectively
Assist with Material Handling when needed
QUALIFICATIONS
Diploma in Materials Management, Logistics, or a related field of study
5 years of work experience in a warehouse setting with evidence of increased level of responsibility
1-2 years of experience supervising a team
Knowledge of international shipping
Forklift certification
Experience with a WMS system
Experience in lean manufacturing environment is an asset
Knowledge or experience in an ISO environment is an asset
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) is an asset
Ability to work independently
Consistently thorough and precise
At an applicant’s request, TMI will make accommodation to its recruitment process to meet the needs of applicants with disabilities.