Job Description

Position Title: Warehouse Lead Hand
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time
Position Location: Grand Falls
Grade: Scale 06
Requisition ID: 31124
JOB TITLE: Warehouse Lead Hand (Full-Time Position)
DEPARTMENT: Grand Falls Cold Storage Warehouse
JOB GRADE: Hourly
GRADE RANGE: Grade 6 + $0.60 Lead Premium
Position Summary
This position is a leadership role that reports to the Supervisor Warehouse Operations and is responsible for the effective operation of the warehouse and loading docks, equipment, and program programs (Safety and HACCP). The successful candidate will be versatile and able to learn everything about the warehouse and dock operations in order to replace leaves and vacations in the following positions:

• Shipper
• Dock Foremen

The successful candidate will be a working Lead Hand that will have to learn how to drive a forklift to assist with the business requirements as needed.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate eagerness to grow within the department and meet requirements for progressive leadership roles.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but are not limited to):
Shipper

• Prepare and ensure accuracy of shipping documents prior to and after loading orders.
• Ensure trailers are suitable for loading.
• Communicate with the shunt truck driver to organize the trailers and docks.
• Organize loads to meet schedule. Assist the Shipping Foreman with load priorities.
• Work with TMS, WMS and SAP systems
• Collaborate with other departments.
• Be the communication point with carriers.
• Communicate problems to Shipping Supervisor.

Shipping Foreman

• Manage safe and efficient loading of transport trucks.
• Be able to utilize WMS to include daily productivity and inventory counts.
• Ensures productive and motivational climate.
• Proactively fostering and promoting the safe work habits of employees. Must demonstrate ability to lead a shift, people management and organizational skills during probationary period.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent is preferred, relevant experience will also be considered.
• Must have lift truck driving experience.
• Must have good computer skills and proficient in MS office suite. Experience in SAP, WMS and TMS will be considered an asset.
• Must have strong organizational skills.
• Must demonstrate leadership skills and be willing to progress in a leadership role.
• Must be highly motivated, observant with good initiative and a positive attitude.
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast pace environment adapting to and embracing change as it occurs.
• Team player with excellent attendance.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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Job Family: Manufacturing
Division: NA Supply Chain
Department: Cold Stores and Distribution GF
Location(s): CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Grand Falls
Company: McCain Foods (Canada)