Lead Shipper

ADL (Amalgamated Dairies Limited); Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Virtual Health

Retirement plan

Paid time off

PSA

Training & development

EAP

Employee discounts

ADL perks

Job summary

Amalgamated Dairies Limited (ADL) invites applications for a Lead Shipper at our Charlottetown, PE warehouse. This hands-on leadership role coordinates daily shipping and receiving, directs staff, and ensures orders are prepared accurately and on schedule in a temperature-controlled environment.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and strong organizational skills, with regular hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday work on a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse operations.
• Ability to organize daily work and direct others.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assign daily work and direct warehouse staff safely and efficiently.
• Coach and train warehouse employees on operations and safety.
• Communicate priorities and updates to staff and managers.
• Identify and report performance, safety, or operational concerns.

Skills

Shipping ops

Leadership

Training

Safety

Inventory control

Communication

Job description

Lead Shipper

Permanent Full-Time Position– Charlottetown, PE

Amalgamated Dairies Limited (ADL) is a producer-owned cooperative celebrated for its excellence in dairy processing and foodservice distribution across Prince Edward Island. For over 70 years, ADL has transformed fresh, local milk into premium dairy products, including milk, cheese, cream, butter, and canned milk. Serving both our own brands and valued partner labels, ADL delivers trusted quality to customers across PEI and beyond.

Position Overview:

As a Lead Shipper, you’ll play a key role in keeping our warehouse operations organized, efficient, and running smoothly. In addition to handling shipping and receiving duties, you’ll provide day-to-day direction to warehouse employees, coordinate work assignments, support employee training, and help ensure that orders are prepared accurately and on schedule.

This is a hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced, temperature-controlled warehouse that requires strong organizational skills, clear communication, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Location:

ADL West Royalty, Industrial Park, 50 4 St, Charlottetown, PE

Work Environment and Schedule:

• Fast-paced warehouse environment involving both physical work and day-to-day coordination of warehouse activities.
• Physically active duties, including lifting and moving products, operating pallet jacks, and maintaining organized work areas.
• Work in a temperature controlled and dry storage areas while following safe work practices.
• Regular shift hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with an alternating Wednesday/Saturday schedule.
• Saturday shifts begin at 4:00 AM and continue until work is completed, typically around 12:30 PM.
• Actual shift end times may vary based on operational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assign daily work and provide direction to warehouse employees to ensure tasks are completed safely, accurately, and efficiently.
• Support the orientation, operational training, and safety training of warehouse employees.
• Communicate work priorities, operational updates, and relevant information to warehouse employees and Managers.
• Identify and report employee performance, behavioural, safety, or operational concerns to Managers.
• Help ensure compliance with workplace safety, food safety, quality control, sanitation procedures, and company policies.
• Load and unload trucks, organize pallets, and handle returned products.
• Pick and prepare customer orders according to delivery schedules and load sheets.
• Receive incoming products, verify quantities and condition, and ensure proper storage and product rotation.
• Oversee product ordering and assist with inventory management and stock control.
• Use handheld devices and computer systems for inventory tracking, order processing, and documentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of docks, coolers, equipment, and work areas.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and on time.
• Perform other related warehouse duties as required.

Compensation and Benefits:

• $26.70 / hour
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Virtual Health access for convenient care when you need it.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions and expert financial guidance
• Paid Time Off, covering vacations and sick leave
• Personal Spending Account (PSA) to support health and well-being.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support professional growth.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential support for personal and work-related challenges.
• Employee discounts and exclusive ADL perks.
• The opportunity to be part of a respected, farmer-owned cooperative committed to supporting Prince Edward Island’s dairy industry.

Requirements:

• Experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, or a related environment.
• Ability to organize daily work, assign tasks, and provide clear direction to other employees.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees and Supervisors.
• Ability to recognize and appropriately report performance, safety, behavioural, and operational concerns.
• Working knowledge of workplace safety, food safety, quality control, and sanitation procedures.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with handheld devices and basic computer systems used for inventory and order processing.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in order preparation, inventory handling, and documentation.
• Physically capable of lifting, standing for extended periods, and working in refrigerated environments.
• Reliable, accountable, and willing to support and train other employees.
• Willingness to complete all required company training.

Competition ends October 15, 2026

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Languages:

• English