Team Leader - Logistics

Napoleon Products; Barrie; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to join their logistics team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role involves leading a team, ensuring efficient operations, and maintaining high standards of safety and quality. You'll play a crucial part in fostering a positive work atmosphere while managing logistics tasks and supporting team development. With competitive wages and a range of benefits, this opportunity promises to ignite your career and offer a fulfilling professional journey. If you're ready to make a difference and grow in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/DPSP)

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Recognition Program

Product Discounts

Appreciation Events

In-house Sales

Competitive wages

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Leadership experience preferred with a valid forklift certificate as an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage team members, ensuring a positive work environment.
• Monitor workload and manpower to maximize efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Basic literacy in English and Math

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

D365 (MRP system)

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary education

Tools

HRIS

Forklift

Job description

Napoleon leads the way with innovative engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, unsurpassed customer service, and remarkable product quality. Our award-winning products offer a best-in-class experience for all customers’ home comfort needs. While we are proudly Canadian, Napoleon also operates on a worldwide scale.

The warmth and experience that a Napoleon product brings to our customers' homes transcend borders, languages, and cultures, enhancing everyday living across the globe. Throughout North America, Europe, South America, and Asia, Napoleon creates memorable moments through our stunning designs and innovative technologies.

Reports to: Logistics Supervisor or Manager

Location: 2621 Gore Road, Shanty Bay

Hours: Monday to Friday from 3:30 pm to 12:00 am (afternoons)

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

1. Prepare for a smooth start-up, know the workload for the day, and present the start-up meeting information, ensuring clear communication. Motivate and maintain a positive work environment.
2. Verify that the Forklift Check Sheets are filled out properly, and ensure the proper Work Instructions are available and up to date.
3. Monitor workload versus manpower, moving manpower throughout the warehouse to ensure maximum efficiency.
4. Lead, manage, and develop team members in a positive and constructive manner, including cross-training and maintaining a Training Matrix. Provide training to associates as required, including practical dialectic training components.
5. Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, ISO standards, and all relevant legislation, including the Human Rights Code, OHSA, and ESA.
6. Complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the day. Communicate with fellow Team Leaders to share cross-shift information. Review and manage all emails promptly.
7. Maintain daily logistics numbers on the whiteboard before the start-up meeting.
8. Track attendance, overtime, absences, and time off of associates, ensuring accuracy in HRIS. Conduct performance reviews and report safety, quality, performance, and production concerns to the Supervisor/Manager.
9. Assist in developing and implementing safety, quality, and productivity improvement plans, including principles of 5S, and provide initial reports. Promote and conduct daily 5S audits.
10. Report inventory discrepancies to Inventory Control for adjustments.
11. Partner with Managers and Supervisors to support Y-gaya meetings.
12. Report all First Aid incidents to the H&S Coordinator.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or 4-5 years of relevant work experience with confirmed basic literacy in English and Math.
• Post-secondary education is considered an asset.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Preference for candidates with previous leadership experience.
• Willingness and ability to learn computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and D365 (MRP system).
• Willingness to learn new skills and methods.
• Ability to lead a team and teach others.
• A valid forklift certificate is an asset.

IGNITE YOUR CAREER! Some of our competitive benefits include:

• Competitive wages
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/DPSP)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Associate Purchase Programs, Product Discounts, In-house Sales
• Appreciation Events, Raffles, Draws, Fundraising, BBQs, Competitions
• Napoleon Cares – supporting our associates
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recognition Program
• And more!

The Napoleon Group of Companies is committed to fair and accessible employment practices, providing accommodations upon request throughout all employment stages.

We appreciate your interest in The Napoleon Group of Companies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.