Transportation, Team Lead

Jobless; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental and vision

Job summary

GoBolt in Markham, ON is seeking a Transportation Team Lead to oversee daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods. You will lead a team of warehouse associates, coordinate activities, and uphold high standards of safety, quality, and productivity.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in a supervisory logistics role, strong leadership and organizational skills, and proficiency with warehouse management software and Google Suite.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a warehouse or logistics role with supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficient in warehouse management software and Google Suite.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in warehouse operations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Staging, sorting, palletizing, and crating of items.
• Provide regular reports on transportation performance and SLAs.
• Operate scanners, carts, hand trucks and dollies.
• Maintain accurate documentation daily.
• Enforce 5S processes; ensure safety and productivity.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise warehouse associates.
• Assign tasks to ensure efficient workflow.
• Conduct regular team meetings to communicate goals and updates.
• Coordinate with procurement, account management, and customer service.
• Communicate effectively with team, management, and partners.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Google Suite

WMS software

Tools

Warehouse management software

Google Suite

Job description

We are on the lookout for a Transportation Team Lead in Markham, who shares our passion for being Customer Obsessed. In this dynamic role, you will play a crucial part in being responsible for overseeing daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient and effective receipt, storage, and dispatch of a wide range of goods. This role involves leading a team of warehouse associates, coordinating activities, and maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a background in logistics or warehouse management, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Role Details:

Pay Rate: $55,000 - $60,000 per year

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7am to 3:30pm

Location: 51 Mobis Drive, Markham, ON, L6C0Y3

Key Responsibilities:

• Staging and sorting of items, palletizing, and crating;
• Provide regular reports on transportation performance and key metrics (SLAs) to the operations leadership,
• Use of tools including but not limited to scanners, carts, hand trucks and dollies;
• Daily submission and completion of all required documentation in an accurate fashion;
• Follow all 5S processes consistently and effectively;
• Create an inspiring team environment with an open communication culture;
• Train new employees on company standards and procedures;
• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of warehouse associates;
• Assign tasks and responsibilities, ensuring efficient workflow and productivity;
• Conduct regular team meetings to communicate goals, updates, and feedback;
• Implement and maintain warehouse processes and procedures to maximize efficiency;
• Enforce safety standards and protocols to ensure a safe working environment;
• Address and resolve any issues related to damaged or missing goods;
• Liaise with other departments, such as procurement, account management, and customer service, to coordinate activities and resolve issues;
• Communicate effectively with team members, management, and external partners.

What We Are Looking For:

• Proven experience in a warehouse or logistics role, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead position;
• Strong leadership and team management skills;
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities;
• Proficient in warehouse management software and the Google Suite;
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in warehouse operations;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

• Must have drivers license
• Ability to lift and carry heavy items (up to 50 lbs);

Why Join Us?

We offer a workplace where respect, diversity, and inclusion are the cornerstones of our culture. Our team members are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, contributing to our collective mission in their unique ways. Aside from an amazing culture, we also offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision plans for you and your family. If you are eager to make a difference and contribute to a fast paced exciting environment, we would love to hear from you.

GoBolt is an equal-opportunity employer that recognizes the value and importance of a diverse workforce. GoBolt is committed to providing assistance during all phases of the employment cycle, including recruiting through to the end of the employment relationship. If you require accommodation because of injury, illness, or disability during any portion of GoBolt’s recruiting process, please let us know by contacting your recruiter's point of contact, and we will do everything we can to accommodate you.

At GoBolt, we value innovation and efficiency. We utilize AI-powered tools to assist in the screening and initial assessment of candidates for this position. This helps us focus on your skills and reduces bias. While AI helps us get started, your journey with us is guided by real people. Every final decision is made by a member of our team who values the unique perspective you bring.

About GoBolt

Our Mission:

At GoBolt, we provide a technology-driven, customer-centric and sustainable approach to ecommerce and last-mile logistics for businesses of all sizes – from local brands to large national retailers. By operating as an extension of our customer's team, we deliver best-in-class services every step of the way.

We're building North America’s largest electric vehicle fleet to help bring sustainability to an industry notorious for its heavy impact on the environment. We are in high growth mode and building for the future, which is where you come in!