Supervisor, Operations- Night shift

Canada Post; Sherbrooke; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading postal service provider in Sherbrooke seeks an experienced Supervisor to manage night shift operations. The ideal candidate will supervise mail processing, ensure safety practices, and support team development. Preference will be given to Indigenous Peoples and Persons with disabilities. This full-time permanent position offers an opportunity to lead within a respected organization.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience managing a team, OR 2+ years in a unionized environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Supervise processing of mail and set priorities.
• Implement workplace safety and health programs.
• Manage staffing and attendance processes.
• Evaluate and improve operational methods.

Skills

Team management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High School diploma or provincial equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Supervisor, Operations- Night shift

Location: Sherbrooke, QC, CA

• Job Requisition Id: 194659
• Business Function: Delivery Operations
• Primary City: Sherbrooke
• Other Location(s):
• Province: Quebec
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Employment Status: Permanent
• Language Requirement: Bilingual Imperative (--BB)
• Employee Class and Level: OP 01
• Working Hours: 40 hours/week
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Job Closing Date (YYYY-MM-DD): 2025-11-24

Job Description

Reporting to the Superintendent, manages the efficient manual processing of all classes of mail on assigned shift; supervises staff; performs various administrative tasks related to operation of the Section, and performs other related duties as assigned. Acts as the “voice of the company”, sharing performance expectations, business updates and results regularly with team members.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervises the processing of all classes of mail in a postal facility. Sets daily priorities to ensure that deadlines and service commitments are met. Monitors and follows up on delivery and scanning exceptions. Liaises with other functions in operations to ensure the efficient movement of mail.
• Promotes and implements work place safety and health programs for their work unit. Coaches and directs employees on safe work practices in order to reduce accident frequency and severity; conducts investigations, and reports and follows up on accident incidences. Addresses and resolves health and safety issues in a timely and efficient manner and may participate as a member of the local health and safety committee. Oversees the return-to-work and accommodation of employees unable to perform the full range of duties in their job.
• Supervises, coaches and provides guidance and leadership to employees, promoting a respectful environment in the workplace. Administers human resources processes such as staffing, performance management, disability management and attendance management. Resolves staff issues, including disciplinary action if required. Consults with Labour Relations and/or union representatives on the application of the terms of the collective agreement. Creates learning and knowledge transfer opportunities for assigned staff.
• Estimates workloads in order to arrange for adequate staff to be on duty, recommends and sometimes authorizes the use of overtime as required. Assigns and confirms available staff to different areas of the operation according to fluctuating mail volume. Requests additional equipment or services as required.

Job Responsibilities (continued)

• Evaluates current operational methods and procedures and recommends improvements to optimize operational efficiency. Implements changes and communicates with support groups as required.
• Conducts daily observations of employee productivity. Investigates abnormalities and works to improve performance and implement best practices in productivity. Analyzes daily productivity reports to determine problems and trends. Shares analysis and results with team.
• Maintains administrative records on volumes processed and employees’ time and leave in SAP. Performs administrative tasks related to the operation of the shift. Produces reports, resolves related data issues and performs other administrative tasks associated with a team leader role.
• Promotes good relations with external stakeholders such as bargaining unit representatives, contractors, customers and the general public.

Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma or provincial equivalent (GED) (Equivalent Experience may be accepted in lieu of a High School Diploma)

Experience

• Minimum 1 year experience managing a team OR Minimum 2 years’ experience working within a unionized environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e., understand the major features of each software application)

Other Candidate Requirements

• Not Applicable

Assets

• Post-secondary degree/diploma

Other Information

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday: 00h00 to 08h00

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