Material Handler Lead

American President Lines; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Job summary

CEVA Logistics is seeking a capable Team Lead to oversee warehouse floor employees, ensuring efficient operations and KPI achievement. The role emphasizes coaching, problem-solving, and strong communication to drive a safe, compliant, and productive work environment.

The ideal candidate will have 1+ years in a supervisory role in a logistics setting, with RFID experience, a college diploma in logistics/transportation, and the ability to work afternoon or night shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ Team Lead experience in transportation/operational/warehouse.
• Working knowledge of RFID scanning systems/devices.
• A College Diploma is required, with a plus in logistics or transportation.
• Ability to provide leadership to a diverse group of employees.
• Ability to train, motivate, coach and counsel others.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to interact with customers and employees.
• Problem solving, conflict resolution, decision making and planning/organizing skills.
• Excellent written/oral communication and listening skills.
• Ability to multi-task and excellent time management and computer skills.
• Must be creative and possess the ability to think outside the box.
• Must be able to work afternoons; nights if required
• Travel: 0-10% locally and to the US; Must be legally able to work in Canada

Responsibilities

• Identifying and resolving problems and articulating the problem and outcome to the management team
• Understanding, influencing and overseeing the achievement of Operational KPIs for your team
• Proactively coordinating actions that will ensure operations are efficient and meeting requirements
• Ensuring compliance with SOPs
• Troubleshooting scanner issues
• Providing coaching and motivation to fellow team members and providing support with their jobs as required

Skills

Leadership

RFID knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Planning & organizing

Multitasking

Time management

Computer skills

Coaching & training

Education

College Diploma (logistics/transportation)

Tools

RFID scanning systems

Job description

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CEVA Logistics is one of the leading logistics companies globally, with over 1,500 facilities in more than 170 countries offering a complete range of contract logistics, freight forwarding, transportation and distribution management services. It offers supply chain support, along with logistics consultation, industry specific customization, global level freight management and system implementation.
At CEVA, we put people first and we strive for better ways in everything we do; our culture is embodied by Boldness, Imagination, Exemplary and Excellence. With these values at the core of our business, our workplace employs 110,000 diverse, cohesive team members who hold each other accountable and encourage each other to create a safe, and inclusive work environment.

At CEVA Logistics, weRise inMotion. Your career is always on the move,growingas fast and as far as your ambition takes you. Join a global team ofnearly 200nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging new paths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world. The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job.It’sa journey on which you rise.

YOUR ROLE

Are you known for your leadership skills? Are you passionate about helping an operation run smoothly? If so, we have an opportunity that would allow you to lead and oversee warehouse floor employees in their daily job functions.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Identifying and resolving problems and articulating the problem and outcome to the management team

• Understanding, influencing and overseeing the achievement of Operational KPIs for your team
• Proactively coordinating actions that will ensure operations are efficient and meeting requirements
• Ensuring compliance with SOPs
• Troubleshooting scanner issues
• Providing coaching and motivation to fellow team members and providing support with their jobs as required

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Education and Experience

• Qualified candidates will have 1+ years’ Team Lead experience in a transportation/operational/warehouse or distribution environment
• Must possess working knowledge of RFID scanning systems/devices
• A College Diploma is required, with a plus in logistics or transportation
• Ability to provide leadership to a diverse group of employees
• Ability to train, motivate, coach and counsel others.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills, ability to interact with customers and employees.
• Must possess problem solving, conflict resolution, decision making and planning/organizing skills.
• Excellent written/oral communication and excellent listening skills.
• Ability to multi-task and excellent time management and computer skills.
• Must be creative and possess the ability to think outside the box.
• Must be able to work afternoons; nights if required
• Travel: 0-10% locally and to the US; Must be legally able to work in Canada

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Fast paced package sortation environment
• Conveyor machinery noise
• Must be willing to work afternoon/night shift
• Constant standing and walking through the shift
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Some kneeling, pushing, pulling and lifting
• Some work on a computer on a desk
• Ascending and descending stairs, ladders and ramps

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

• With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey.
• We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively  to achieve our goal together.
• It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role.

CEVA Logistics is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the Human Resources Department of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

At CEVA we are committed to creating a safe and healthy work environment.
We offer:

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Continuing Education

CEVA is an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.