DC Team Supervisor – Afternoon Shift

DC Team Supervisor – Afternoon Shift

Location: Brampton, ON

Salary: $60,000–$65,000 annually

Employment Type: Temp-to-Perm or Permanent

Shift: Monday to Friday | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM

Schedule Flexibility: Must be flexible to accommodate operational requirements

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Distribution Centre Team Supervisor to oversee day-to-day warehouse operations on the afternoon shift. This role will be responsible for leading a team, coordinating daily activities, maintaining productivity and quality standards, and ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can motivate employees, monitor operational performance, address issues quickly, and work closely with management to achieve daily business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and support warehouse team members to achieve daily operational goals.
• Set clear expectations and provide ongoing feedback, recognition, and coaching.
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, training, and developing team members.
• Support employee performance management and address issues appropriately.
• Conduct daily team meetings to communicate priorities, performance updates, safety information, and business requirements.
• Promote teamwork, employee engagement, and a positive workplace culture.
• Maintain effective communication with employees and management at all levels.

Warehouse Operations

• Oversee daily distribution centre activities and ensure the operating plan is executed effectively.
• Monitor staffing levels and allocate resources based on operational requirements.
• Maintain a strong floor presence to identify operational challenges and address issues promptly.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and accountability throughout warehouse processes.
• Monitor inbound and outbound activities to ensure service and productivity targets are met.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and overall operational performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and projects related to operations and cost control.

Performance & KPIs

• Monitor and report on key performance indicators including:
• Productivity
• Quality
• Service levels
• Inventory accuracy
• Safety
• Labour utilization and costs
• Work with management to establish daily goals and ensure the team remains aligned with operational targets.
• Investigate performance gaps and implement corrective actions where required.
• Consistently work toward meeting or exceeding established KPIs.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote a strong safety-first culture within the warehouse.
• Ensure employees follow all health and safety policies, procedures, and company guidelines.
• Identify and address safety hazards immediately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist with documenting and investigating workplace incidents and accidents.
• Ensure team compliance with departmental and company policies.

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate operational updates, challenges, and performance results to the Team Manager.
• Escalate critical operational issues or potential service concerns when required.
• Build strong working relationships with internal teams and business partners.
• Participate in regular operational meetings and provide updates on team performance.
• Ensure employees are informed about changes, upcoming activities, and operational priorities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in warehouse, distribution centre, logistics, or supply chain operations .
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience in a warehouse environment.
• Strong ability to lead, coach, and motivate a team.
• Experience working with operational KPIs and productivity targets.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working hands-on and maintaining a consistent floor presence.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence.
• Flexibility to work the required afternoon shift is essential.