Job Description

Wurth Canada is a high-performance organization that is built on humanistic values-achievement, trust, respect, integrity, accountability, and affiliation. We promote a strong culture that possesses authenticity and encourages crucial conversations and boldness. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a real impact, be part of a growing organization and grow personally and professionally, you have a future at Wurth!

If you want to make a difference and energize your career, Wurth Canada has a great opportunity for you. We are looking for a Warehouse Supervisor with prior experience supporting a midsize Distribution facility.

Our employees enjoy:

\xc2\xb7 A culture of empowerment and trust that puts a focus on professional development and coaching from a supportive management team.

\xc2\xb7 A Monday to Friday opportunity that values work/life balance integration, providing flexibility within the day-to-day role.

\xc2\xb7 Strong compensation (salary and bonus)

\xc2\xb7 Group Benefits Program (Health, dental, life, EAP, etc.) and Pension Plan

\xc2\xb7 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 paid sick days. Company-wide vacation time at end of the year.

\xc2\xb7 A solid onboarding plan with a 6-month mentoring program for new employees

\xc2\xb7 A corporate recognition platform that promotes appreciation and collaboration providing both intrinsic recognition and monetary rewards.

\xc2\xb7 An open-door environment that promotes close collaboration within all levels of the organization

\xc2\xb7 Continued professional development within a privately owned global company that offers both stability and growth opportunities.

Reporting to the Head of Logistics, you will be responsible for:

\xc2\xb7 Supervision and Motivation: Effectively supervise and motivate a team of approximately 30+ warehouse members.

\xc2\xb7 Cost and Productivity Efficiency: Ensure cost/productivity of the warehouse operation by overseeing day-to-day activities, including but not limited to hiring, coaching, training, development, and performance plans and reviews.

\xc2\xb7 Safety and Inclusivity: Lead a safe work environment for all employees, promoting safety awareness and behaviors, and inclusive of diversity, free of discrimination and conflict.

\xc2\xb7 Quality and Compliance: Ensure effective and accurate compliance with Quality (ISO), Health and Safety standards and legislation, as well as participating in Health and Safety meetings. Report any accidents/injuries.

\xc2\xb7 Business, Culture, and Performance Issues: Appropriately deal with business, culture, and performance issues with team members, partnering with HR and Logistics leadership team for complex issues.

\xc2\xb7 Time and Attendance: Maintain the time and attendance system while collaborating with the Head of Logistics about appropriate headcount to manage daily norms and tackle unexpected challenges.

\xc2\xb7 Departmental Integrity: Ensure the integrity of the Pick, Pack, Ship, Replenishment, Returns, and Assortments departments and the related work processes.

\xc2\xb7 Order Fill Rate: Work to achieve a 100% fill rate for all orders printed that day.

\xc2\xb7 Equipment Maintenance: Working with the Building and Facility Maintenance Coordinator ensure the effective and safe use of warehouse equipment (computer systems, RF guns, reach trucks, pallet jacks, forklift, etc.). Oversee regular maintenance and repair work schedules, and general housekeeping.

\xc2\xb7 Team Coverage: Support coverage for team members on occasion based on warehouse needs.

What YOU will bring to this role:

\xc2\xb7 Post Secondary education and/or combination of relevant experience and education

\xc2\xb7 minimum of 3-5 years in a similar logistics/warehouse capacity; hiring, coaching, training, developing, as well as strong overall people leadership skills.

\xc2\xb7 Self-starter who can perform in a fast-paced and dynamic environment while inspiring others to high performance.

\xc2\xb7 Adept and interested in understanding business needs to ensure effective management of priorities and working time.

\xc2\xb7 Strong cross-functional collaborator who can create authentic relationships with colleagues.

\xc2\xb7 Good communication skills with the ability to work effectively with all levels of an organization, both internally and externally while coaching and growing a team.

\xc2\xb7 Keen self-awareness and alignment with a workplace culture that is built on humanistic values and continuous improvement.

\xc2\xb7 Experience and knowledge of all applicable health and safety process and practices, including safety committee experience

\xc2\xb7 Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications, in addition to experience using CRM systems (Microsoft dynamic AX and/or SAP)

\xc2\xb7 Certification in the following would be an asset (TDG, WHMIS, Lift truck safety, or First Aid)

\xc2\xb7 Ability to supervise work shifts/overtime at month end, and occasional weekends during peak seasonals.

Our parent company, the W\xc3\xbcrth Group is a family-owned globally operating sales organization with over 82,000 employees in 80 countries. Our Wurth sales team caters to clients from a range of different industries such as Automotive- dealerships, garages, and body shops, Cargo - heavy-duty equipment (farming/agriculture, trucking, construction leasing) municipalities, Metal - fabrication, welding, HVAC/plumbing, manufacturing, etc., Construction - General Contractors, and On-Site).

W\xc3\xbcrth Canada is an equal employer and encourages/promotes a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family status, national origin, or disability status. Please contact a member of the HR team if accommodation is required during any point of the recruitment process.

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all requirements. Wurth Canada is looking for individuals that are driven to grow themselves and we provide the necessary training to be successful within the industry. We value career development and growth. However, a strong cultural fit is necessary!

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