Warehouse Supervisor

Maple-Leaf-Foods-3d9889c; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Competitive salary

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer days

Pension plan

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods in Indianapolis is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead safe, efficient warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, and shipping. You will manage daily workflow, supervise a team, ensure inventory accuracy, and comply with HACCP and safety standards.

You will also support production scheduling and purchasing on an interim basis, coordinate with production, purchasing, and transport partners, and drive continuous improvement in cost, service, and accuracy while using

Qualifications

• Experience leading warehouse, shipping, and receiving teams.
• Familiarity with HACCP and safety practices.
• Experience with SAP-based processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations including receiving, loading/unloading, storage, packing, and shipping.
• Plan and coordinate labor to meet daily requirements.
• Develop systems for handling, storage, inventory, and shipping.
• Ensure accurate receiving, storage, picking, and shipping on time.
• Conduct cycle counts and investigate variances with root cause analysis.
• Supervise and develop direct reports with performance reviews.
• Promote a safe working environment and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Coordinate with production, purchasing, transportation and other functions to resolve issues.
• Provide backup coverage for production scheduling and purchasing as needed.
• Use SAP to research order history and support inventory control.

Skills

People leadership

Warehouse operations

Inventory management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

We are carbon neutral.

We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment: Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we’re and what we each bring to the workplace. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [e-mail]. Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Transparency and Humility

Job Description

The Opportunity:

The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for the safe, efficient, and accurate operation of warehouse, shipping, and receiving activities. This role oversees daily workflow, product handling and storage, inventory accuracy, employee performance, and compliance with health, safety, quality, and HACCP requirements. The Warehouse Supervisor also develops and improves warehouse processes to support reliable inbound and outbound service.

As part of the transition, the role will support selected production scheduling and purchasing activities on an interim basis and will provide cross-functional backup support for these areas in the future state.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role is encouraged to apply online by November 02. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, loading and unloading trucks, product storage, order packing, and shipping.
• Plan and coordinate labor and workflow to meet daily operational and customer requirements.
• Develop and maintain systems for product handling, storage, receiving, inventory management, and shipping.
• Ensure products are received, stored, picked, and shipped accurately and on time.
• Monitor inbound and outbound shipment issues and communicate risks or service impacts to appropriate stakeholders.
• Perform and oversee regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records and identify discrepancies.
• Investigate inventory variances, complete root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Use SAP to research order history, track inventory movement, and support inventory control activities.
• Supervise, coach, and support direct reports in the performance of their duties.
• Set clear expectations, provide ongoing feedback, and complete performance reviews for direct reports.
• Promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and company safety procedures.
• Ensure quality compliance with all applicable HACCP procedures and facility requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse efficiency, accuracy, cost, and service.
• Work collaboratively with production, purchasing, transportation, and other functions to resolve operational issues.
• Provide backup coverage for critical production scheduling and purchasing activities as required.
• Production Scheduling and Purchasing
• Develop, maintain, and adjust achievable production schedules that balance customer demand, plant capacity, labor, material availability, and lead times, including the creation and distribution of weekly process orders.
• Monitor schedule performance, material readiness, inventory requirements, and supply constraints; identify service risks and communicate required actions to stakeholders.
• Issue and follow purchase orders through confirmation, delivery, receipt, and invoice resolution in accordance with company policies, authorization requirements, budgets, and quality standards.
• Work with vendors and internal partners to address shortages, delays, quality concerns, pricing, and other supply issues that could affect production.
• Use SAP to research order history, track inventory movement, maintain accurate scheduling and purchasing records, and support inventory optimization.
• Support new product launches by coordinating production timing, material availability, lead times, and inventory requirements.
• Report plant conformance and relevant inbound or outbound shipment issues to the corporate Supply Chain team and recommend actions that support service and cost control.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in warehouse, shipping, receiving, inventory control, or logistics operations, including people‑leadership experience.
• Experience in production scheduling, purchasing, material planning, or SAP-based supply chain processes is considered an asset.
• Strong leadership, coaching, interpersonal, and decision‑making skills.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety practices; experience in a HACCP-regulated environment is preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands and deliver results in a fast‑paced, changing environment.
• Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems; SAP experience is preferred.

Additional Information

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high‑performance, people‑focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our recruitment process. AI does not make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by human reviewers.