Logistics Supervisor

NextStar Energy; Windsor; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

NextStar Energy, located in Windsor, Ontario, is seeking a Logistics Specialist to manage inventory control, FIFO processes, and interdepartmental communication within a fast-paced facility.

Applicants with college or university degrees and experience in warehouse/shipping operations, ERP/MES systems, and MS Office are encouraged to apply. This on-site role supports continuous improvement and safe, efficient logistics activities.

Qualifications

• Experience with inventory counting and reconciliation in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MES systems and data accuracy.
• Proficient in Excel and Office tools with ability to present data clearly.

Responsibilities

• Work with 3PL providers to ensure smooth material flow.
• Ensure PPE, safe equipment operations, and best practices are followed.
• Support inventory counting and part supply functions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain communication across facility operations teams.
• Conduct 5S and safety walks with timely follow-up.
• Follow company safety and security guidelines.
• Influence others and manage conflicts using fact-based problem solving.
• Deliver safety and information sessions.
• Work in a fast-paced high-volume environment.

Skills

Inventory management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

College diploma or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ERP/MES systems

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

This posting reflects a current vacancy. NextStar Energy (NSE) is Canada’s first large-scale battery manufacturing facility. Located in Windsor, Ontario, NextStar Energy is dedicated to the development and innovation of sustainable and efficient energy solutions, empowering the future of mobility.

At NextStar Energy, you’re joining a team where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on your well-being. We provide customized training programs and select global learning opportunities to support your professional development and career growth. Your contributions are valued, and we are creating a company-wide rewards program to recognize them. Our leaders foster a supportive, trusting environment where your voice is heard. We believe that, together, we can achieve more.

We are seeking highly skilled Logistics Specialists to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for inventory counting, FIFO management, communicating with different departments, and working with the material handling team. This role requires a strong understanding of inventory accuracy, warehouse and shipping coordination, and resource management.

Responsibilities

• Work with our 3PL (3rd Party Logistics) provider to ensure a smooth and efficient flow of material.
• Ensure PPE requirements, safe equipment operations, and best practices are being followed at all times.
• Support logistics team on all inventory counting and part supply functions.
• Provide support in continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain good communication and information sharing with other facility operations teams.
• Conduct 5s and safety walks and follow up to any observations to verify timely closure.
• Follow all Company safety and security guidelines.
• Ability to influence others and manage conflict with a fact-based problem-solving approach.
• Conduct safety and information session talks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced high-volume environment.
• Proficient with Excel, Word, and Power Point.
• Monitor FIFO compliance.
• Ability to influence others and manage conflict with a fact-based problem-solving approach.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced high-volume environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Able to work 12-Hour continental shifts in fast paced environment
• Inventory counting and reconciliation experience

Preferred Requirements

• College diploma or Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in the automotive industry.
• 3+ years of warehouse and shipping supervisory experience.
• Experience with ERP/MES systems

NextStar Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. NextStar Energy is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.