Warehouse Supervisor / Manager

Kitchener, ON

Warehouse Supervisor

If you know anything about the construction business, then you know that getting the right products to the right site, on-time and safely, are the benchmarks of success. Our Warehouse staff are an important part of distributing our products.. We are a team, and we want folks with great people skills on our team, because in the end – people make all the difference.

We are currently seeking an Warehouse Supervisor for our Kitchener, ON branch, located on Shirley Dr., to join our team. We offer competitive wages that vary depending on skill level. We provide training and opportunities for you to advance your career.

Responsibilities

• Supervise overall department processes including, but not limited to coaching and development of staff to meet organizational goals
• Ensure warehouse is organized to support receiving, storing and shipping of products
• Identify damaged or obsolete products
• Provide information regarding inventory levels in the warehouse
• Ensure merchandise has been processed and recorded according to bills of lading prior to leaving warehouse
• Supervise loading, unloading and transfers of products
• Provide service and support to customers, sales and delivery teams
• Ensure tasks are completed with health and safety at the forefront of all activities.
• Conduct Health & Safety meeting once a month

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in operations management
• Hazardous Materials Training
• Level 1 First Aid (preferred)
• Proven leadership for successful day to day operation of warehouse facilities
• Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate daily routines in the organization and processes for product receiving, storing and shipment
• Ability to meet customer expectations
• Ability to identify issues and participate in resolution of issues with standardization, cost reductions, and analyzing processes and procedures
• Forklift Certification
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs

What we offer:

• Competitive salary - we take great pride in offering our workforce the best benefits and compensation packages in our industry, and we think you will too.
• Healthcare and Dental for single, couple or family coverage
• Insurance benefits and employee assistance program
• Group RRSP – save for retirement – you are eligible after 1 year of continuous employment and we matche your contribution based on years of service
• Time Off – Everyone needs time away from work to recharge and be with family and friends - receive a generous amount of paid holidays
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid training/tuition reimbursement – Ready to further your education?
• Open door policy in a supportive and encouraging work environment
• Overtime available in peak periods
• Potential career path to Warehouse management, Inside Sales, Driver
• Internal Promotions

Company overview

Founded in 1972, we are a leading wholesale distributor of construction materials with over 40 locations across North America. We pride ourselves on being the most responsive, problem solving and fun place for our customers to conduct business.