Independent Contractor - Sortation Supervisor (Night Shift)

Title: Night Sort Supervisor (Independent Contractor)

Reports To: Operations Manager

Territory: Calgary, AB

Status: Full-time

Department: Operations

PURPOSE: The Sort Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the efficient and accurate sorting of packages within the Distribution Centre. This role ensures that all sortation operations are performed in compliance with safety standards, quality procedures, and productivity targets. The Sort Supervisor will lead and motivate a team of Sortation Workers, troubleshoot operational challenges, and implement strategies to improve processes.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Supervise and manage the daily sorting operations to ensure productivity and accuracy in sorting packages
• Lead, train, and develop a team of sorters, ensuring they are fully equipped to perform their duties efficiently.
• Monitor sorting workflow and assign tasks to staff based on operational priorities and workload.
• Conduct regular quality control checks to ensure that sorted items are correctly categorized and meet company standards.
• Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and protocols, conducting regular safety audits, and addressing safety concerns.
• Oversee the proper use of sorting equipment and tools, ensuring they are properly maintained and operated safely.
• Analyze sorting data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant company policies, procedures, and industry regulations.
• Provide coaching and feedback to team members to enhance performance and encourage professional development.
• Prepare and submit daily or weekly performance reports to management.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize sorting operations and increase efficiency.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a logistics environment
• Experience leading diverse teams that support high volume and a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to positively influence and motivate workers
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Strong computer literacy required, particularly Microsoft Office/Excel
• Post-secondary education in transportation, operations or logistics an asset
• Previous experience with scheduling is an asset

WORKPLACE AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a vehicle; local travel may be required from time to time
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Work in a fast-paced environment and make effective decisions
• Flexible with working hours (mornings/afternoons/weekends)

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Change Acceptance

Creativity

Communication

Decision Making

Flexibility

Initiative

Innovation

Interpersonal Savvy

Problem Solving

Resilience

Resourcefulness

Urgency

ROLE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Technical Expertise

Learning Agility

Time Management

Fleet Optics Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer who values diversity, equity and inclusion. We provide accommodations for workers and candidates with disabilities, to the point of undue hardship.

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Application question(s):

• You are confirming you understand that the work hours are 6pm to 2am.
• You are confirming you understand that you are performing this as an Independent Contractor.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• various Microsoft application: 3 years (required)
• Supervising: 3 years (required)
• Logistics: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person