Overview:
Come join the team at Collingwood Distillery! We are a small team of dedicated invidiuals who value professional development, teamwork, action-orientation and work/life balance. We invite you to apply!
Responsibilities:
As part of the updated warehouse leadership structure, the Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day execution of all warehouse and logistics activities at the Collingwood facility. This role consolidates responsibilities previously split across a Logistics Coordinator and selected clerical elements of the Processing & Warehouse Manager role. The intent of this structure is to improve execution, accountability, and operational focus while allowing the Manager role to concentrate on strategic, compliance, and capacity-related initiatives.
The Warehouse Supervisor oversees inbound and outbound shipments, inventory accuracy, flavouring ingredient management, blending and loading schedules, Excise and shipping documentation, and carrier coordination. This role provides direct, hands-on leadership to the warehouse team and ensures safe, compliant, and efficient warehouse operations that support both internal and external customers.
Priorities:
* Safety Program: Lead by example to reinforce safe work practices. Conduct daily safety observations, ensure incident reporting and corrective actions, and support required safety training.
* Operational Leadership: Plan, assign, and oversee daily warehouse work. Balance labour, dock activity, and schedules to ensure efficient flow of materials and shipments.
* Compliance & Documentation: Maintain accurate Excise, LCBO, HAZMAT, and shipping documentation. Ensure all BOLs, manifests, age certificates, and proof-of-shipment records are complete and compliant.
* Inventory & Material Control: Maintain accurate inventories for finished goods, bulk materials, and flavouring ingredients. Coordinate cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies.
* Customer & Carrier Coordination: Manage carrier bookings, LTL/TL shipments, and bulk movements. Address and resolve shipping discrepancies promptly.
* Continuous Improvement: Document standard operating procedures, support KPI tracking, and identify opportunities to reduce waste, errors, or delays.
Qualifications:
Requirements:
* Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent experience
* 3-5 years of warehousing, logistics, or distribution experience
* Strong organizational and time-management skills
* Detail-oriented with strong documentation discipline
* Ability to lead and coordinate daily warehouse activities
* Strong communication skills across all levels of the organization
* Experience working in regulated or Excise-controlled environments preferred
* Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and work in a warehouse setting
* Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification
Skills:
* Ethics and Values
* Priority Setting
* Action Oriented
* Time Management
* Problem Solving
* Approachability and Communication
* Calm and decisive under pressure
* Strong follow-through and accountability
* Team-oriented leadership style
* High attention to detail
* Continuous improvement mindset
Employment Details:
* Pay: $85k - 95K
* Status: Replacement
* Group insurance - RRSP contribution
* Schedule: Day shift, Monday to Friday
* Direct Supervisor: Processing & Warehouse Manager
Any candidate will be informed whether or not a hiring decision has been made regarding the posting within 45 days of the date of their last interview.
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