Warehouse Process Specialist - Shipping

Winpak; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental plan

Vision plan

AD&D insurance

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Winpak is seeking a Process Specialist to support day-to-day Warehouse operations at our Winnipeg facility. You will help ensure accurate storage, movement of material, and coordination with Shipping, Receiving, Recycling, and Material Handling teams.

You will drive continuous improvement, maintain regulatory compliance (SQF, GMP, ISO 9001, CTPAT), and assist in KPI achievement while collaborating with Production, Marketing and other departments.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse operations and inventory processes.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to supervise and motivate a team.
• Proficiency with PC-based software (Word/Excel) and production management tools.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all Warehouse departments follow SQF, GMP, ISO 9001, and CTPAT regulations and audit guidelines.
• Review SIPOC and FEMA yearly updates for the four Warehouse departments.
• Address 8D non-conformances, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Upload and maintain the Logistics SharePoint site with department information.
• Update SOPs and SWP; ensure changes are communicated to Warehouse staff.
• Maintain training records and training matrices; ensure yearly GMP training.
• Review safety incidents with supervisors to prevent recurrence.
• Identify process inefficiencies and material flow issues for improvement.
• Investigate discrepancies and coordinate with departments to resolve issues.
• Promote teamwork and effective communication across the organization.
• Support ISO 9001-2015, SQF, IMS certifications and internal quality standards.
• Assist department manager in establishing goals, objectives and KPIs; contribute to achievement.
• Follow up on internal and external customer complaints regarding Warehouse operations.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Communication

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Leadership

MS Excel

Movex

MES

Highjump

Education

Grade 12 education

Post-secondary education asset

Tools

Movex

MES

Highjump

Job description

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the Process Specialist will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the Warehouse departments, supporting accurate storage and movement of material throughout the facility and our external local warehouses. This position will support Shipping, Receiving, Recycling, and Material Handling. The Process Specialist will work closely with the warehouse teams members, Production departments, Marketing, and other internal departments to ensure material is received, stored, and shipped in a accurate, timely manner. This role will be responsible for promoting continuous improvement and Winpaks values.

• Ensure all Warehouse departments are following SQF, GMP, ISO 9001, and CTPAT regulations and following the guidelines out Quality team requires for us to successful pass all internal and external audits.
• Actively reviewing SIPOC and FEMA yearly and when updates are required, for the four Warehouse departments
• Addressing 8D non-conformances, root cause, implementing corrective actions when required.
• Uploading and maintaining the Logistics SharePoint site with information pertaining to the warehouse departments
• Reviewing and updating SOP and SWP for the warehouse departments and ensuring changes are implemented and shared with Warehouse employees.
• Updating and maintaining all training records and training matrices
• Ensuring all Good Manufacturing Practices are being followed and training done yearly.
• Review all safety incidents with department supervisors to actively find solutions and be proactive in preventing reoccurrence
• Identify process inefficiency, material flow issues, and opportunities for improvement
• Investigate discrepancies and work with appropriate departments to resolve issues
• Promote teamwork, cooperation, and effective communication within the department and Company.
• Interact with all levels of the operation in support of Winpak's ongoing registration to ISO 9001-2015, SQF Code, IMS certification, Total Quality Improvement programs and internal standards for operations and quality.
• Assist the department manager in establishing clearly defined department goals, objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs) for the department, and make an active contribution to achieving them
• Follow up on all internal and external customer complaints regarding the Warehouse departments, in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education; post-secondary education an asset.
• 1+ year Experience within a Warehouse environment, with knowledge of inventory processes.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships across departments.
• 1+ year experience with continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong leadership skills; ability to supervise and motivate others in a team environment.
• Computer proficient, familiar with PC-based programs such as Word and Excel as well as the ability to learn and utilize computer-based production management tools (Movex, MES, Highjump)
• Ability and willingness to take courses related to Warehousing, Process Improvement, i.e. CITT

Additional Details

• This position is fully onsite at 100 Saulteaux Crescent, Winnipeg MB
• We are located in Murray Industrial Park. There are limited bus services to this location.

Why Winpak?

Winpak is a leading supplier of innovative packaging solutions, known for providing high-quality products that meet the needs of a variety of industries, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products. With a commitment to sustainability, safety, and excellence, Winpak continues to grow as a global leader in the packaging industry.

What do we offer?

Winpak is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to support the physical, mental and financial well-being of our employees and their families.

Our Benefit Package Includes The Following

• Medical & prescription coverage
• Dental plan
• Vision plan
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• A comprehensive employee and family assistance program which includes short term counselling, wellbeing coaching, financial and legal consultations services.

Additionally, you can also enroll in additional voluntary life insurance for yourself. If you become injured or ill, you will also be able to apply for short term and long term disability benefit coverage.

At Winpak, inclusion is one of our core values.

We believe that an inclusive culture fosters a sense of belonging, drives innovation, and provides our brand a competitive advantage. Our goal is to create an environment free from harassment and discrimination, and where every individual feels respected, valued, and appreciated.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer,

we are committed to an equitable and inclusive recruitment process, evaluating applicants based on merit, capability, and qualifications related to the job - never on identity factors such as race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, national origin, or any other protected status. To support this commitment, if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

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