Shipping/Receiving Team Leader

Magna-International-6df39721; Brampton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Exteriors in Brampton is seeking a Shipping/Receiving Lead to organize warehouse operations, supervise staff, and ensure timely deliveries. You will train team members, enforce 5S standards, and uphold safety policies while coordinating payroll and shipment documentation.

The role requires several years of forklift experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication to drive productivity and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 diploma.
• Minimum 3 years forklift operation experience in shipping/receiving.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; able to train and mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead personnel and build an effective team using team-building approaches.
• Organize warehouse and keep storage locations orderly.
• Ensure timely and accurate weekly payroll.
• Ensure timely deliveries and monitor departmental metrics.
• Maintain 5S standards and safety compliance.
• Oversee forklift operators and enforce safe operating procedures.
• Prepare shipment documentation and train staff where needed.
• Lead daily pre/post shift meetings and manage labor resources.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Forklift license

Team supervision

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.What we offer:At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.Group Summary:The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.Job Responsibilities:SALARY:$65,000 - $70,000VACANCY STATUS:Immediate, Open PositionRESPONSIBILITIES:• Provide Leadership support of personnel to work effectively and build an effective team using team building approach• Organize warehouse and ensure part storage location is kept orderly• Submit weekly hours worked as necessary to ensure correct/timely weekly payroll runs• Ensure timely deliveries to customers and monitor/track for departmental metrics• Maintain confidentiality• Perform regular formal/informal workplace inspections, maintain 5S standards• Enforce safety rules and correct unsafe acts or conditions• Supervise staff within the department, providing training, mentoring and performance management to ensure employee productivity and effectiveness• Allocate labor resources to Shipping based on requirements and competency• Utilize the employee corrective action and progressive discipline process as required• Responsible for shipper training, Shipper rotation and maintaining the corresponding records• Oversee preparation of all documentation for shipments and provide training when applicable• Issue, monitor and track part FIFO• Ensure that all forklift operators follow safe operating procedures (SOP)• Lead and communicate in daily pre/post shift meetings• Perform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all health, safety and environmental rules and regulations, promoting safety in the workplace• Comply with the requirements of CTPAT/PIP• Conduct business in an ethical manner in compliance with the Magna Code of Conduct• Report all accidents/incidents and unsafe conditions/behavior• Adhere to applicable quality systems and IATF-16949 standards• Adhere to and promote the Employee Charter and work within the rules, regulations and guidelines of the Plastcoat Employee Handbook• Participate in and support Continuous Improvement initiatives• Maintain work area in accordance with the principles of 5S and operate daily within these standards• Perform other duties as requiredQUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION:• Minimum completion of Grade 12 diplomaEXPERIENCE:• Minimum 3 years practical experience in the operation of a forklift in a shipping/receiving roleSKILLS:• Strong verbal and written communication skills• Computer literate in word & spreadsheet programs• Demonstrated ability to effectively solve problems• Strong Leadership capabilities in accomplishing team objectives• Ability to work under pressure• Valid Forklift Operator License• Strong interpersonal skills• Well-developed organizational and time management skillsAwareness, Unity, Empowerment:At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.AI-Assisted Screening DisclosureAs part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.Worker Type:Regular / PermanentGroup:Magna Exteriors