Warehouse Leadhand

Toronto Film School; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Warehouse Leadhand to join their team. In this role, you will supervise warehouse operations, ensuring efficient receiving, picking, packing, and shipping of products. You will lead a small team, maintain safety standards, and support process improvements. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization committed to quality and innovation. If you have a passion for leadership and warehouse operations, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Healthcare, dental, vision

Life Insurance

Dependent Life Insurance

Company-sponsored social events

Free on-site parking

Cross-training opportunities

Paid lunchbreak

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in English and have 3 years of warehouse experience.
• Forklift certification is required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise warehouse employees and oversee receiving, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Ensure safety and organization within the warehouse.

Skills

Fluent in English

Willingness to learn

Mathematics proficiency

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Client service skills

Leadership skills

Education

Forklift certification

3 years warehouse experience

1 year supervisory experience

Tools

Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Company Summary

PNP was established in 1999 and has rapidly grown to become one of Canada’s most respected and reliable contract manufacturers of nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals. We provide unique and innovative formulations based on our client’s specifications. Today, PNP manufactures high-quality nutraceutical and OTC products for markets worldwide.

Position Summary

We are seeking Warehouse Leadhand to join our growing team! As a Warehouse Leadhand, you will supervise employees, oversee receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and ensure smooth coordination with production. You will handle inventory counts, quality checks, and daily reports while maintaining safety and organization. You will also step in for managers when needed and support process improvements.

Join us on our Mission Possible journey at PNP to make meaningful change!

Shift

AM: 06:00 - 14:00, Thursday to Monday

Please note: you will work every weekend

Work Location

On-site

Reporting

Reports to Warehouse Manager

Supervises 1 to 5 warehouse personnel each shift

Duties and Responsibilities

Primary

1. Provide direct supervision of, assign duties to, and generally lead warehouse employees.
2. Oversee and coordinate receiving, picking, packing, and shipping duties.
3. Coordinate closely with production shift leadership during shifts.
4. Ensure timely and efficient material transfer to and from production.
5. Carry out receiving, picking, packing, and shipping duties.
6. Assist in conducting cycle counts, and ad hoc inventory counts.
7. Execute daily operational tasks provided by warehouse management.
8. Escalate operational or personnel issues to warehouse management.
9. Perform quality check on received products.
10. Ensure warehouse is kept clean and tidy, including leaving proper space in aisles.
11. Provide warehouse management with daily shift reports.
12. Oversee warehouse operations in the absence of warehouse managers.
13. Enforce safety standards in the warehouse with all employees, regardless of department or level.
14. Report safety violations to warehouse management.
15. Follow all applicable standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain safety, quality and compliance with regulatory requirements.
16. Participate in and provide suggestions for the development and continuous improvement of all departmental processes.

Additional

1. Check all major equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks regularly and report repairs to maintenance.
2. Ensure all facility damage is reported immediately to maintenance and warehouse management.
3. Participate in and further the Company’s health & safety program.
4. Report equipment malfunctions immediately.
5. Report quality deficiencies immediately.
6. Manage special projects as required.
7. Other related duties.

Qualifications

Knowledge

1. Fluent in verbal and written English.
2. 3 years of experience working in a warehouse.
3. 1 year of experience supervising others.
4. Forklift certification.

Assets

1. Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Skills

1. Willingness to learn.
2. Proficient in the basics of mathematics (adding and subtracting).
3. Basic proficiency in using computers.
4. Basic proficiency in using the Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
5. Strong attention to detail.
6. Strong problem solving.
7. Strong time management.
8. Strong verbal and written communication.
9. Good external client service.
10. Good internal client service.
11. Good influencing of both colleagues and leadership.
12. Strong in working with people and relationship building.
13. Good in leading others.

Abilities

1. Lift a minimum of 25 kg.
2. Work independently on assigned duties.
3. Balance a variety of competing priorities while meeting deadlines.

Health

1. Must be in good health with no communicable diseases or dust allergies.
2. Must wear approved non-slip safety shoes.
3. Must follow appropriate gowning procedure before going into production area.
4. Follow health & safety regulations.

Benefits

1. Health and Wellness:

1. Healthcare, dental, vision
2. Life Insurance
3. Dependent Life Insurance
4. AD&D

2. Employee Perks:

1. Company-sponsored social events
2. Free on-site parking
3. Cross-training opportunities
4. Paid lunchbreak

We truly thank all applicants in advance for your interest in PNP Pharmaceuticals, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. However, all candidates will be notified when the posting is filled.