Area Lead - Permanent Full-Time - Ontario

Chit Chats Express, Inc.; Burlington; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Annual year-end bonus

Birthday leave

Two weeks paid vacation

GRSP plan

Job summary

Chit Chats Express, Inc. is seeking a results-driven Operations Leader to oversee branch staffing, safety, and service standards across Ontario. You will coach teams, ensure efficient shipment processing, and maintain high client-satisfaction levels.

This permanent full-time role requires travel within Ontario and a commitment to our Caring, Curious, and Cheerful values. The position offers a competitive starting salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision coverage,

Qualifications

• Two (2+) years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong people-leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coach and develop teams, manage performance, and build positive working relationships.
• Adaptable, thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to Chit Chats’ values: Caring, Curious, and Cheerful.
• Class 1 safety shoes with a green triangle patch.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop people: Coach, support, and develop Branch staff, building a positive and high-performing culture.
• Support branch operations: Ensure locations are staffed, organized, safe, and running efficiently, with accurate shipment processing and strong service standards.
• Champion the client: Help your team deliver welcoming, reliable experiences and resolve client concerns effectively.
• Drive performance: Monitor operational goals, staffing, service quality, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Keep teams connected: Lead regular meetings, share updates, and maintain clear communication between leadership, Branch staff, and support teams.
• Maintain high standards: Oversee compliance, facility upkeep, safety, security, scheduling, and other operational requirements.
• Promote a culture that reflects Chit Chats’ values of Caring, Curious, and Cheerful.

Skills

Leadership experience

People leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Leadership/management experience

Job description

Company Description

We make shipping easier for Canadian businesses and entrepreneurs.

Company Description

We make shipping easier for Canadian businesses and entrepreneurs.

Since 2001, Chit Chats has helped small businesses and entrepreneurs ship across Canada and around the world with simple, affordable shipping solutions.

But we’re more than a shipping company. We’re a team of people who care about helping others succeed. We’re curious about how we can do things better, cheerful in how we show up, and always ready to help.

If you want to work somewhere your ideas matter, your teammates have your back, and the work you do helps Canadian businesses and entrepreneurs grow, you’ll fit right in at Chit Chats!

Job Description

Lead high-performing teams, drive operational excellence, and deliver exceptional client experiences while bringing Chit Chats’ values of Caring, Curious, and Cheerful to life.

• Lead and develop people: Coach, support, and develop Branch staff, building a positive and high-performing culture.
• Support branch operations: Ensure locations are staffed, organized, safe, and running efficiently, with accurate shipment processing and strong service standards.
• Champion the client: Help your team deliver welcoming, reliable experiences and resolve client concerns effectively.
• Drive performance: Monitor operational goals, staffing, service quality, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Keep teams connected: Lead regular meetings, share updates, and maintain clear communication between leadership, Branch staff, and support teams.
• Maintain high standards: Oversee compliance, facility upkeep, safety, security, scheduling, and other operational requirements.
• Promote a culture that reflects Chit Chats’ values of Caring, Curious, and Cheerful.

Why Join Chit Chats?

You’ll be part of a growing, entrepreneurial team that helps Canadian businesses reach customers around the world. If you enjoy helping people succeed, solving problems, and making a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

What You Bring

• Two (2+) years in a leadership or management role (Prior shipping and logistics experience is an asset but not required).
• Strong people-leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to coach and develop teams, manage performance, and build positive working relationships.
• A practical, adaptable approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• A commitment to Chit Chats’ values: Caring, Curious, and Cheerful.
• Class 1 safety shoes with a green triangle patch.

Total Rewards and Compensation:

• Salary: Starting $55,000.00 CAD/annum.
• Employer paid Group Benefits (Health, Dental and Vision; 100% coverage).
• Annual Year-End Bonus.
• Birthday leave (Paid).
• Two weeks paid vacation (negotiable)
• A rich GRSP plan eligibility after 3 months of employment
• This is a Permanent Full-Time position.
• Some travel within Ontario region may be required.

We thank you for your application, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to reference and criminal background checks prior to employment.

As a federally regulated employer, Chit Chats Express fully supports the principles of employment equity and encourages all qualified members of the designated groups to apply.