Relief Warehouse Team Lead

Dessert Holdings; London; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sweet discount on cakes

Uniforms & safety shoes

Sick pay

Shift premium (7pm-5am)

Weekend premium (5am-7pm)

RRSP contribution after probation

Job summary

Dessert Holdings is seeking a Relief Warehouse Team Lead to join our London, ON team and oversee shipping, receiving and inventory duties in a fast-paced setting.

You will lead department staff, coordinate daily operations, maintain safety standards and ensure accuracy across inventory controls while collaborating with other departments. The role requires forklift certification, Crown Standup Reach Truck experience, and flexibility to work nights.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have a valid and up-to-date forklift certification.
• MUST be able to drive a Crown Standup Reach Truck.
• Must be comfortable working in cold temperatures that go up to -30°C
• Must be legally eligible to work full-time in Canada.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Direct department staff and assign duties, train procedures, processes and policy.
• Plan and organize daily operating functions and responsibilities.
• Coordinate tasks, priorities and responsibilities.
• Communicate effectively with other departments to achieve results.
• Perform various team lead and operating functions for department operation.
• Adhere to procedures, safety practices, policy and hold others accountable.

Skills

Forklift certification

Crown Standup Reach Truck

Communication

Leadership

Inventory control

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Scheduling flexibility

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

Location Type: Onsite

Dessert Holdings is the leading premium dessert company in the world. We craft artisanal, scratch-made desserts at scale, combining culinary innovation with the finest real ingredients. With a rich heritage spanning seven distinctive brands, we bring unmatched expertise and tailored solutions to our Retail and Foodservice partners.

Dessert Holdings is looking for a Relief Warehouse Team Lead to join our team based in London, ON. This individual willwork in the warehouse, performing shipping, receiving and inventory related team lead duties and job specific training.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: (this is meant to be an outline, not an exhaustive list of responsibilities)

• The direction of department staff and assignment of duties, training of procedures, processes, and policy
• Planning and organization of daily operating functions and responsibilities
• Coordination of tasks, priorities, and responsibilities
• Effectively communicating with other departments in order to ensure we achieve organizational results.
• Various team lead and operating functions as they relate to the effective operation of the department.
• Adherence to procedures, safety practices, policy and holding others accountable for the same.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have a valid andup-to-date forklift certification.
• MUST be able to drive aCrown Standup Reach Truck.
• Must be comfortable working in cold temperatures that go up to - 30°C
• Must be legally eligible to work full-time in Canada.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment is an asset.
• Focused on detail, accuracy, and a good understanding of inventory control.
• Scheduling flexibility
• Ability to work independently, well organized, effective judgment, strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Leads the workforce by setting high standards for safety, punctuality, attendance, enthusiasm, work ethic and personal effort.
• Strong communication, conflict resolution skills, demonstrated leadership.
• Ability to make change quickly and respond to unplanned situations.
• Proficient with computer applications comfortable learning new systems

Schedule:

• Tuesday to Saturday, from 11:30 p.m. to 8.00 a.m.

What We Offer:

Pay Rate:

While performing Warehouserole, probationary rate per hour is $25.38and full rate is $28.38

While performing Team Lead role, probationary rate per hour is $28.02and full rate is $31.13

Our Benefits!

• Sweet discount on cakes!
• We provide uniforms, safety shoes andsick pay.
• Shift premiumfor all hours worked between 7:00 pm - 5:00 am
• Weekend premium for all hours worked between 5:00 am - 7:00 pm.
• This position also provides comprehensive benefits & RRSP contributionafter probation is complete.

About Dessert Holdings

Dessert Holdings is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands: The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Steven Charles, Dianne's Fine Desserts, Kenny's Great Pies, and Willamette Valley Pie Company. Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, is headquartered in St. Paul, MN, employs more than 3,500 people across ten manufacturing facilities, and is continuing its journey of rapid growth.

EEO Statement

Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law.

We thank you in advance for your interest in The Original Cakerie.Due to highvolume, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

This posting reflects an existing position. Resume screening and candidate evaluation are conducted without the use of artificial intelligence (AI).