Logistics Supervisor

Latecoere Aerostructures Canada; Delta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Latecoere Aerostructures Canada (Avcorp Industries) is seeking an experienced Logistics Supervisor to lead Shipping & Receiving in Delta. You will supervise union staff, plan workloads, enforce policies, and drive improvements in processes and working conditions.

Reporting to Materials Manager, you will coordinate shipping, receiving, and material flow, ensure ERP/WMS accuracy, and collaborate with production, quality, and suppliers to maintain on-time delivery and safe operations in a

Qualifications

• Integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Strong time management and follow-through.
• Ability to work independently with guidance and ask questions when needed.
• Certificate or diploma in logistics, supply chain management, warehousing, or business administration.
• Work is performed in an office and manufacturing setting; PPE may be required.
• Ability to walk the production floor and stand for short periods during inspections or observations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct material handlers in Shipping and Receiving to meet production and safety standards.
• Oversee day-to-day shipping, receiving, and inspection activities for accurate processing of materials.
• Assign daily priorities to support production schedules and operational needs.
• Maintain ERP/WMS records and ensure proper documentation for shipments.
• Collaborate with quality teams to minimize delays and discrepancies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and cost control.

Skills

Integrity

Discretion

Time management

Independent work

Communication

Education

Certificate or diploma in logistics, supply chain management, warehousing, or business administration

Tools

ERP/WMS

Job description

Overview of key responsibilities - Logistics Supervisor

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Logistics Supervisor

FAMILY: Supply Chain

SUB-FAMILY: LOGISTICS JOB TITLE: Shipping & Receiving Supervisor

II/ AIM OF THE POSITION

Latecoere Aerostructures Canada (Avcorp Industries) currently has an opportunity for an experienced Logistics Supervisor. Reporting to the Materials Manager, this incumbent will be responsible for supervising union employees, planning and assigning work, implementing policies and procedures and recommending improvements in processes, procedures and working conditions.

Immediate superior: Materials Lead

Functional manager: General Manager

III/ MISSIONS AND ACTIVITIES

Overview of key responsibilities - Shipping & Receiving Supervisor

1. Team Leadership & Daily Operations

• Manage and direct material handlers in the Shipping and Receiving department, including hiring, training, coaching, performance management, and disciplinary actions
• Oversee day-to-day shipping, receiving, and receiving inspection activities to ensure safe, accurate, and timely processing of materials
• Assign and manage daily priorities to support production schedules and operational requirements
• Track attendance, absenteeism, and timekeeping for assigned personnel
• Promote strong employee relations, engagement, and accountability across the team

2. Shipping, Receiving & Material Flow

• Ensure accurate receipt, verification, and recording of incoming shipments, including proper documentation in ERP/WMS systems
• Oversee preparation, packaging, and shipment of outgoing materials in accordance with customer and company requirements
• Manage internal material movement between dock, stock, and production areas to support operational flow
• Ensure effective dock operations, including loading and unloading of trucks and carrier coordination
• Support receiving inspection processes and work with quality teams to minimize delays and discrepancies

3. Inventory Control & Systems Accuracy

• Maintain accuracy of inventory transactions and shipping/receiving records within ERP system
• Manage min/max levels of shipping supplies based on operational and customer requirements
• Ensure traceability, accuracy, and integrity of all material movements
• Negotiate freight rates and develop relationships with logistics partners and carriers
• Support freight consolidation initiatives to reduce overall transportation costs
• Monitor and control freight, duties, and brokerage expenses against budget
• Identify opportunities for improved logistics efficiency and cost savings

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Production Support

• Collaborate with production, supply chain, and quality teams to support daily priorities and resolve material shortages
• Provide regular status updates on shipments, shortages, and receiving issues impacting production
• Coordinate with supplier quality to reduce delays and ensure smooth incoming material flow

6. Compliance, Safety & Workplace Standards

• Ensure compliance with all applicable transportation, safety, security, and regulatory requirements
• Support accident investigations and enforce safe work practices within the department
• Maintain 5S standards and promote a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of material handling equipment and dock operations
• Contribute to development and improvement of shipping and receiving processes and procedures
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, 5S, Kaizen) to improve efficiency and productivity
• Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time shipping and receiving, accuracy, and cost performance

8. Business Impact & Leadership Accountability

• Provide leadership to achieve targets in safety, quality, cost, productivity, and morale
• Make operational and personnel decisions within scope of responsibility
• Ensure shipping and receiving operations fully support customer delivery commitments (e.g., Boeing or other key customers)

IV/ SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information
• Strong time management and follow-through
• Ability to work independently with guidance and ask questions when needed
• Certificate or diploma in logistics, supply chain management, warehousing, or business administration.
• Work is performed in an office and manufacturing setting; appropriate PPE may be required
• Ability to walk the production floor and stand for short periods during inspections or observations
• May require occasional lifting of light items (e.g., binders, PPE supplies)