Shipping & Receiving Supervisor

Jobvite, Inc.; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Disability accommodation

Job summary

Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc. (SAMI) is a technology-driven company delivering advanced modular cabinetry solutions.

Mississauga-based, SAMI seeks a Shipping & Receiving Supervisor to lead a skilled team in a fast-paced, innovative environment and ensure safe, on-time material handling and documentation. Reporting to the Plant Director, you will optimize workflows, develop SOPs, and collaborate with planning, inventory, and engineering to sustain high quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience leading in woodworking or cabinetry manufacturing.
• Forklift certification and material handling knowledge.
• Ability to read work instructions and shipping/receiving docs.
• Familiarity with MES/ERP systems for job tracking.
• Experience developing SOPs and training materials.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with emphasis on safety and quality.
• Proactive in continuous improvement and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily shipping/receiving operations, meeting targets and safety standards.
• Direct and support a team of material handlers; manage performance and attendance.
• Supervise receiving/shipping activities to maintain efficiency.
• Maintain inventory storage, sequencing, and labeling per SOPs.
• Ensure quality standards and address defects promptly.
• Collaborate with production planning, inventory and engineering.
• Sign off on incoming material slips per SOPs.
• Manage shipping paperwork and documentation for finished goods.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for shipping, receiving and safety.
• Track key metrics (turnaround, efficiency, downtime) to drive improvements.
• Champion cross-training and continuous process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Material handling

Forklift driver

SOPs & training

Communication

Quality & safety

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Education

Diploma or certificate in Woodworking/Manufacturing or related field

Job description

Shipping & Receiving Supervisor

• Location: Mississauga, Ontario
• Company: Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc.
• Department: Operations
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
• Reports to: Plant Director

Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc. (SAMI) is a technology-driven company dedicated to revolutionizing homebuilding in Canada through advanced modular building solutions. Founded by Peter Gilgan, one of Canada’s leading entrepreneurs and the founder of Mattamy Homes, SAMI combines automation, robotics and AI to produce high-quality prefabricated components at industrial scale. With a state-of-the-art facility set to open in the Greater Toronto Area, SAMI aims to address the housing crisis by making homeownership more attainable, accelerating construction timelines and setting a new benchmark for innovation in the industry. Operating independently and serving a broad range of builders, SAMI's mission is simple: to provide housing people are proud of.

For more information, visit Stelumar.com.

What we offer

In this role, you'll lead a key production area within SAMI's advanced manufacturing cabinetry facility, building and guiding a skilled team, and helping drive operational excellence in a highly innovative, technology-driven environment. You'll have the opportunity to shape processes, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and play an important part in delivering high-quality products.

What you'll do

• Lead daily operations of the shipping and receiving department, ensuring production targets, quality, and safety standards are met.
• Direct and support a team of material handlers; oversee task allocation, performance, and attendance, fostering accountability.
• Supervise receiving and shipping activities, including employee performance and attendance, to maintain operational efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to inventory storage and retrieval processes, including proper sequencing, safe transportation, and labeling, in line with established work instructions.
• Maintain quality standards throughout the designated department, promptly addressing defects or inconsistencies to uphold product standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with production planning, inventory, and engineering teams to align material availability and workflow.
• Signoff on incoming material slips based on established quality and quantity SOPs.
• Manage printing and handling of shipping documentation and paperwork requirements for all outgoing finished goods.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for shipping, receiving, safety guidelines, and equipment usage.
• Track and report key production metrics, such as turnaround time, efficiency, downtime, and labor utilization, to drive performance improvements.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
• Train and onboard new team members, promoting a culture of safety, quality, and teamwork.
• Implement, participate in and ensure a high-level of cross-training programs across departments to build flexibility, seamless coverage and a holistic understanding of the manufacturing production operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Proven leadership experience in woodworking, cabinetry or a related manufacturing environment, ideally in a supervisory or lead role.
• Strong knowledge of material handling requirements.
• Licensed forklift driver.
• Ability to interpret and follow work instructions and shipping/receiving documentation and paperwork.
• Familiarity with MES/ERP systems for job tracking and reporting.
• Experience in developing SOPs and training materials to standardize processes and ensure compliance.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate teams and collaborate effectively across departments.
• Detail-oriented mindset, committed to maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Problem-solving and continuous improvement focus, with a proactive approach to operational challenges.

Bonus Points

• Educational background: Diploma or certificate in Woodworking Technology, Manufacturing, Supply Chain or related field preferred.
• Previous experience with Forklifts and material handling within an advanced woodworking manufacturing facility is preferred.

Compensation

The expected base salary range for this position is $70,000 - $110,000. Actual pay may vary depending on your job-related knowledge, competencies, and skills. We recognize that exceptional situations may fall outside of this range, and we encourage all interested applicants to apply.

You are also eligible to participate in Mattamy's annual bonus program, which gives you the opportunity to increase your total compensation if business and individual goals are achieved.

Stelumar is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation through any aspects of the selection process, please notify us on your application and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Qualified applicants will be contacted directly by the Talent Acquisition team.