Warehouse Foreperson

Porter Warehousing & Distribution Inc. is looking for a highly productive and efficient Foreperson to join our Warehouse team. Reporting to the Supervisor, the Foreperson is involved in the timely movement of products in and out of the warehouse, and in ensuring that receiving, inventory control, picking, packing, shipping, and storage functions are executed correctly. This position supports the Supervisor with floor & team coordination and occasional relief.

Location: P14 Warehouse - 11250 189 Street NW, Edmonton, AB

Schedule: 8:00 PM - 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

Vacancies: 2 | 1 Permanent & 1 Temporary (3-month contract that may be extended.)

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Location: P01 Warehouse - 115703 114 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 2Z3.

Schedule: 8:00 PM - 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

Vacancies: 1 Permanent

About Us

We are growing as Canada’s preferred 3PL warehousing, distribution, and order fulfillment solutions provider.

How do we do it? We deliver superior service to our clients through effective and efficient material handling that meets the client’s requirements. We are also invested in our employees and live our Core Values by providing a safe work environment, work-life balance, training, development, and growth for employees in our business.

About You

You are a strong communicator who gets the job done safely, effectively, and efficiently. Your ability to support a team and drive and complete daily work tasks on time is second to none. You have a experience in and a thorough understanding of warehouse environments, shipping and receiving, storage, and inventory control. If attention to detail, organization, time-management, and training are second nature to you then keep reading because we want to hear from you!

What will you do

• Understand client requirements, and make sure that all resources are aligned to achieve those expectations.
• Set the tone in the warehouse and lead the workforce to deliver the company’s “flexible client solutions” philosophy.
• Be visible on the floor – be the “go-to” source for leadership.
• Hands-on involvement in guiding the warehouse team to achieve effective space management, efficient use of time with high levels of productivity, extremely high levels of quality, and ensuring proper use of systems, processes, and procedures.
• Orienting, training, scheduling, and coaching employees job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job contributions; and adhering to policies and procedures.
• Meet warehouse standards by contributing information to strategic plans and reviews; productivity quality, and customer service standards; resolving problems.
• Move inventory as instructed by scheduling materials to be moved to and from the warehouse, coordinating inventory transfers with related departments.

What you need to succeed

Must-Have

• Completion of a grade 12 Diploma or GED equivalent with a minimum of 3 years experience in a leadership role in a warehouse environment with a team of 10 – 20 employees.
• Proven time management, organizing, problem-solving, multi-tasking, and meeting deadlines in a high volume and fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with root cause investigations and drug & alcohol testing protocols
• Strong safety focus and holding people accountable to safety practices.
• Proven experience with the Microsoft Office suite and ERP/WMS systems
• 2 years’ experience on a sit-down forklift and 1 years’ experience on a stand-up reach forklift, ride-on electric power jack, clamp attachment, and loading/unloading products from warehouse and truck trailers
• Valid class 5 driver’s license and reliable vehicle or dependable transport to work.

Nice to Have:

• Third Party Logistics (3PL) experience

What’s in it for you?

Our leadership team values your voice and input and is committed to your growth and success. We are committed to being our best and hiring the best!

Compensation is based on experience. We offer an employer contribution pension plan, paid vacation, a comprehensive benefits package, learning and development, an employee assistance program, and free parking.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online to be considered. Candidates may be contacted for an interview before the closing date. No recruiting firms, please.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Do you have Third Party Logistics (3PL) experience?

Experience:

• Leadership Role: 3 years (required)
• Warehouse: 3 years (required)

Language:

• Fluent English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person