warehouse foreman / woman

Augusta Fruit Market; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Grocery Distribution Center in Toronto seeks a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee the daily operations. The role involves organizing tasks, training staff, and managing inventory. Ideal candidates will have secondary school education and 1-2 years of experience in a similar environment. Strong organizational and communication skills are required to ensure efficiency and safety in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

Health care plan

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong client focus.

Responsibilities

• Develop specific plans to prioritize tasks.
• Organize tasks to accomplish work.
• Co-ordinate activities with other work units.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Technical advice

Inventory management

Problem-solving

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Inventory control software

Electronic scheduler

Job description

Work Term : Permanent

Work Language : English

Hours : 37.5 to 50 hours per week

Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience : 1 year to less than 2 years

or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Warehouse
• Wholesalers
• Retail / wholesale establishment / distribution centre

Tasks

• Develop specific plans to prioritize
• Organize tasks to accomplish the work
• Co-ordinate activities with other work units or departments
• Prepare and submit reports
• Ensure smooth operation of computer equipment and machinery
• Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
• Train workers in duties and policies
• Arrange training for staff
• Co-ordinate, assign and review work
• Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies
• Organize and maintain inventory

Supervision

• 11-15 people

Computer and technology knowledge

• Electronic scheduler
• Inventory control software
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Word

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently a student?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• What is your current level of study?

Health benefits

• Health care plan