Day Shift Warehouse Operations Lead

NFI Industries; Bolton; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Job summary

NFI Industries is seeking a Warehouse Operations Supervisor to lead day-to-day warehouse activities, supervise staff, and drive achievement of daily production goals. The role focuses on efficiency, safety, and quality in a fast-paced distribution environment.

You will manage schedules, oversee inbound/outbound shipments, coordinate equipment maintenance, and mentor team members to improve performance while ensuring compliance with OSHA and related regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field, or at least 1–5 years of supervisory experience
• High School Diploma required
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (Manhattan preferred)
• Ability to work in a fast paced, quickly changing environment
• Ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment in stressful situations
• Experience with seasonal work forces is a plus, but not required
• Experience with or desire to learn performance metrics, process improvement, and Lean/Six Sigma tools
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Working knowledge of warehouse / mechanical equipment
• Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, HAZMAT, FDA regulations and the willingness to become certified in one or more of these areas as necessary
• Excellent talent management and team building skills
• Excellent verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills specifically with external clients
• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, may be required in some locations
• Ability and availability to work irregular or extended hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed by the customer
• Must be able to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours
• Lift and move totes up to 50 pounds
• Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head
• Walking in the distribution center and around area with great frequency; facilities are over a quarter mile in length
• Should be able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature variation and be able to access all areas of the building without limitations

Responsibilities

• Supervise warehouse personnel and daily production goals
• Develops and implements shipping and receiving work schedules and assignments to assure effective and efficient operations to meet goals
• Provides direct supervision to warehouse personnel matching skill and background of personnel to work required
• Supervises all inbound and outbound shipments to ensure they are correct and carried out in a timely fashion
• Ensures that equipment is utilized in the most efficient manner
• Coordinates the maintenance of equipment with management
• Reviews the daily work objective and determines productivity requirements to produce during the shift to meet the overall building objectives
• Partners with other leaders to balance labor ensuring appropriate levels of staffing
• Drafts and submits daily end of shift report
• Makes recommendations to management on initiatives and programs to improve operations and works on those programs
• Conducts the daily pre-shift meetings covering previous shifts productivity, operational problems, forecasting workload and any other pertinent company information
• Assists in developing a program to train and motivate personnel for increased effectiveness
• Assists in developing a program for all new personnel and ensures the onboarding program is followed
• Manages and maintains good human resources practices with direct reports, and adherence to established corporate and department policies and procedures
• Works with Management and Human Resources to resolve employee relation issues, discipline actions, problem resolution and terminations
• Provides feedback, coaching, guidance, and recognition to enhance personnel’s skill development
• Plays an active role in employee development and talent selection
• Provides regular coaching and constructive feedback on performance, prepares and delivers hourly performance reviews
• Maintains accurate timekeeping records
• Exhibits a commitment to self-development by staying current on information, tools, and systems
• Travels to other warehouses and participates in department or company meetings, as necessary
• Safety and Security

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team building

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field

High School Diploma

Tools

Manhattan WMS

Microsoft Office

OSHA regulations

Job description

NFI Industries is seeking a Warehouse Operations Supervisor to lead day-to-day warehouse activities, supervise staff, and drive achievement of daily production goals. The role focuses on efficiency, safety, and quality in a fast-paced distribution environment.

You will manage schedules, oversee inbound/outbound shipments, coordinate equipment maintenance, and mentor team members to improve performance while ensuring compliance with OSHA and related regulations.