Position: Warehouse Manager

Reports to: Purchasing Manager, Production Manager

Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 per year

Position Overview

The Warehouse Manager is a hands-on leader dedicated to the warehouse team, fostering collaboration with other departments to ensure a cooperative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the warehouse team, handling all warehouse functions, including hiring, motivating, coaching, counseling, training, and problem-solving.
• Meet and exceed expectations through effective team management.

Requirements:

• Experience: 5+ years in a Warehouse Manager/Supervisor role with progressive responsibility.
• Knowledge: Proven expertise in warehouse operations and logistics.
• Education: Courses in Supply Chain, Logistics, Production, and Inventory are an asset.
• Skills: Strong English communication skills (verbal and written), organizational and planning abilities, proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Windows Live Email), and experience with ERP systems.
• Other: Valid driver’s license; forklift certification is an asset.

Abilities and Experience:

• Oversee warehouse activities, including receiving, put-away, order picking, and international shipping.
• Maintain quality standards, enforce organizational policies, and ensure smooth communication across departments.
• Utilize excellent analytical skills in a dynamic environment, promoting a disciplined work approach.
• Support recruitment, training, and orientation of new team members.

Health and Safety:

• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse, ensuring good housekeeping and equipment maintenance.
• Participate in the Joint Health and Safety Committee, addressing hazards and improvement opportunities.
• Train staff on health and safety protocols, addressing any issues promptly.

Leadership:

• Foster a positive team climate through transparent and objective communication.
• Lead by example, promoting a supportive and motivational work environment.
• Participate in daily huddles and regular interdepartmental meetings to ensure operational alignment.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Manage daily activities of warehouse staff, ensuring schedule adherence and workflow efficiency.
• Conduct daily meetings to communicate workflow and obtain feedback for continuous improvement.
• Oversee projects assigned by the Production and Purchasing Managers.
• Ensure warehouse organization, cleanliness, and compliance with WCB requirements.
• Coordinate cycle counts, review inventory transactions, investigate discrepancies, and implement preventive methods.
• Enhance warehouse efficiency, minimize errors, and maintain high client satisfaction by reducing wait times and pick errors.
• Plan for efficient receipt, order picking, and storage of all incoming products, ensuring proper labeling and restocking.