Operations Supervisor (Day Shift)

Metro Supply Chain Group; Elora; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Supply Chain Group is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead all shift activities, focusing on safety, performance, customer relations, and people development. The role manages labour, schedules, and daily KPIs to ensure timely and cost-effective operations.

Responsibilities include directing labour, coordinating with drivers and customers, and maintaining a safe, compliant workplace while driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years Distribution experience (3PL experience would be an asset).
• At least two (2) years supervisory experience, preferably in a 3PL Operations role.
• Computer literacy in MS software; Proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).

Responsibilities

• Schedule labour requirements for shift to meet production goals within budget.
• Complete shift briefings to communicate information to all employees.
• Assign and follow up with operators on task durations and completion times.

Skills

Customer Centricity

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Communication

Planning & Results Orientation

Developing Self & Others

Fostering Culture

Managing Through Change

Always Improving Mindset

Business & Financial Savvy

Education

College Diploma in Business Management with focus in Logistics Management

Tools

MS Office

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Job description

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Operations Supervisor will be responsible for all facets of the operations on the shift. This involves leading all aspects of health and safety, operational performance, customer relations, continuous improvement, and people development.

SHIFT: Monday to Friday 7am-3pm

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Schedule the labour requirements for the shift to ensure production goals are met within the budgeted cost structure.


• Complete shift briefings to ensure the effective communication of relevant information to all employees.


• Assign and follow up with operators and warehouse staff on the length of time required for tasks to be completed by noting tasks assignments and communicating approximate time of completion,


• Ensure the sequences of orders are picked based on priority shipments and priority customers therefore reducing extensive waiting times for drivers, RUSH loads and late deliveries,


• Hold Team Members accountable for ensuring proper picking and packing procedures are followed and that all production meets or exceeds Client’s quality standards.


• Monitor, analyze and report daily/weekly departmental performance through effective KPI tracking and data collection for respective shift.


• On a daily basis approve all labour hours using agile in adherence with company policies, maintaining accurate record keeping ensuring proper payment of employees for the shift and cost allocation to customer accounts.


• Provide daily feedback to employees through coaching and administer performance appraisals. Handle all disciplinary situations appropriately and in a timely manner with appropriate supporting documentation.


• Maintain close interaction with customers to develop strong relationships while assessing service requirements; communicate where appropriate.


• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

• Fulfill the duties of a supervisor under the Occupational Health and Safety Act including safety, violence and harassment laws.


• Assumes additional related responsibilities as required.

EXPERIENCE

• Five (5) years Distribution experience (3PL experience would be an asset)


• At least two (2) years supervisory experience, preferably in a 3PL Operations role


• Computer literacy in MS software.


• Proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)


• Exemplary attendance and punctuality

COMPETENCIES

• Customer Centricity


• Fostering Culture


• Collaboration


• Problem Solving & Decision Making


• Managing Through Change


• Developing Self & Others


• Planning & Results Orientation


• Communication


• Always Improving Mindset


• Business & Financial Savvy

EDUCATION

• Preferably a College Diploma in Business Management with focus in Logistics Management and/or the equivalent in experience.