| Position Type: | Full-time |
| Date Posted: | Jul 17, 2024 |
Job Description
Warehouse Supervisor
Full time permanent position
Glencoe, Ontario
REPORTS TO:
Operations manager
The Company
At Ontario Plants Propagation Limited, our vision is to be Eastern North America’s premier supplier of
greenhouse vegetable transplants. In order to help us accomplish this goal, we need to hire
motivated passionate people that will support our workforce and facilities. With that in mind we are
seeking an individual with experience in a warehouse/shipping/receiving supervisory position.
Job Description/Responsibilities
• Work side by side with a team of Warehouse labourers to achieve production/shipping
targets, including loading and unloading trailers, cart assembly and monitoring and
enforcing hygiene protocols
• Maintain control over documentation related to the task under his/her responsibility
(shipping, time trackers, etc.)
• Coordinate activities and monitor the performance of a team of warehouse labourers
• Help maintain a safe and clean workplace
• Help identify and report potential health and safety problems
• Execute established methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities
with other teams and departments
• Resolve work problems within scope of responsibility and recommend measures to
improve productivity
• Develop team work and motivate members through the setting of clear expectations and
recognize outstanding performance
• Provide leadership for employee relations through effective communication
• Operate various types of equipment as required
• Participate in quality and productivity improvement initiatives
• Maintain and adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Perform other tasks as may be assigned
Minimum Requirements
• Completion of high school education or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English an asset
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent Spanish
• 1-2 years experience in a leadership role
• Ability to prioritize & multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
• Strong ability to direct others with a team mentality & positive attitude
• Physical tasks include bending, lifting 20-30lbs, twisting & standing for extended periods
Physical Location/Working Conditions
• Greenhouse environment in rural area, own transportation required;
• 35 – 55 hours per week, shifts may vary between day and evening
• Able to work long hours including Saturdays, Sunday, and holidays when required
• Start times vary significantly during busy times, flexibility is a must
This role is classified as an agriculture employee / farm employee. See the following link for more
details about this classification from ESA.
http://www.labour.gov.on.ca/english/es/pubs/factsheets/fs_agri.php
How to apply:
Submit your Cover letter and Resume
Mail: 38024 John Wise Line, St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 3T2
Email: employment@ontarioplants.com
Subject title: Warehouse Supervisor
Fax: 519 637 2449
Ontario Plants Propagation Ltd provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout
the recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please contact Human Resources via the
methods above or at 519-637-2119.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those meeting the requirements will be considered.
COVID-19 considerations:
Ontario Plants Propagation Ltd has a mandatory vaccination policy to safeguard the health and
safety of our employees and to minimize the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. All employees
must be vaccinated against the virus that causes COVID-19 or provide documentation for a medical
exemption or other protected ground under applicable human rights legislation
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