Food Warehouse Lead: Safety, KPIs & Improvements

Riverside Natural Foods Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian food manufacturer is looking for a Warehouse Operations Manager to oversee daily activities in a food-manufacturing environment. This role requires strong leadership skills to ensure safety compliance, maintain inventory accuracy, and drive continuous improvement using advanced data analysis and Warehouse Management Systems. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in warehouse operations, preferably in food manufacturing, along with valid forklift licenses and proficiency in Excel. Opportunity for growth and collaboration across departments is provided.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

RRSP/401k matching

Employee-led resource groups

Tuition reimbursement program

Open concept work environment

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in warehouse operations, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of food industry audits including BRC and HACCP.
• Valid forklift and reach truck licenses required.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse operations ensuring compliance and safety.
• Oversee inventory control and operational execution.
• Monitor KPIs and drive data-driven performance improvements.

Skills

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Advanced Excel

Data Analysis

Safety Compliance

Performance Management

Education

Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations

Tools

SAP

Forklift

Job description

A leading Canadian food manufacturer is looking for a Warehouse Operations Manager to oversee daily activities in a food-manufacturing environment. This role requires strong leadership skills to ensure safety compliance, maintain inventory accuracy, and drive continuous improvement using advanced data analysis and Warehouse Management Systems. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in warehouse operations, preferably in food manufacturing, along with valid forklift licenses and proficiency in Excel. Opportunity for growth and collaboration across departments is provided.