Shipping and Receiving Specialist

Shipping/Receiving Team Leader

HCR Permanent Search is working with a leading automotive manufacturing supplier in Brampton, Ontario. They are searching for a Shipping/Receiving Team Leader to provide leadership within the warehouse and shipping department while ensuring on-time customer deliveries, maintaining safety standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. This role is ideal for an experienced shipping professional with strong leadership skills, forklift experience, and a background in high-volume manufacturing environments.

Work Setting: Onsite

Location: Brampton, ON

Work Type: Permanent

Shift: Days (7:00 AM - 4:00 PM)

Compensation: $65,000 - $75,000

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum completion of Grade 12 diploma.
• Minimum 3 years of practical experience operating a forklift in a shipping/receiving environment.
• Previous experience working within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising or coordinating employees.
• Valid Forklift Operator License.

Required Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other business software applications.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Preferred Skills

• Automotive manufacturing experience.
• Experience working within IATF 16949 quality standards.
• Knowledge of FIFO inventory control methodologies.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement and 5S initiatives.
• Knowledge of CTPAT/PIP compliance requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide leadership, coaching, mentoring, and support to shipping and receiving personnel.
• Organize warehouse operations and maintain orderly storage locations for materials and finished goods.
• Monitor shipping activities to ensure on-time customer deliveries and achievement of departmental performance targets.
• Submit employee hours and support accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Conduct formal and informal workplace inspections while maintaining 5S standards.
• Enforce all safety procedures and address unsafe acts or conditions as required.
• Supervise department employees, including performance management, training, and development activities.
• Allocate labour resources based on operational requirements and employee competencies.
• Utilize corrective action and progressive discipline processes when required.
• Coordinate shipper training programs, employee rotation schedules, and record maintenance.
• Oversee shipping documentation and ensure accuracy and compliance with customer requirements.
• Monitor and manage FIFO inventory practices.
• Ensure forklift operators follow all safe operating procedures and company policies.
• Lead daily pre-shift and post-shift communication meetings.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
• Maintain compliance with quality systems, IATF 16949 standards, environmental policies, and company procedures.
• Report workplace incidents, accidents, and unsafe conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

If you believe you are an outstanding candidate for this opportunity, we invite you to submit your resume and all relevant information to HCR Permanent Search in confidence to:

Sarah Pimentel

SPimentel@hcr.ca

Please indicate the name of the position you are applying for in the subject line. Only those selected to move forward in the consideration process will be contacted. Thank you for your interest!

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