Supervisor Operations (Midnight Shift)
- Brampton, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Metro Supply Chain is a strategic supply chain solutions partner to some of the world's fastest growing and most reputable organizations. For 50 years, it has excelled at tailoring integrated, data driven solutions, fueled by advanced systems and technology, that fulfill complex and challenging distribution needs. Managing 22.5 million square feet operating out of more than 190 sites across North America and Europe with a team of 9,000, it is one of Canada's largest privately owned supply chain solutions companies. Metro Supply Chain is a 2026 winner of the Canada's Best Managed Companies program, recognized for its strategic expertise, culture of innovation and commitment to its people and local communities.
Summary
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Operations Supervisor will be responsible for all facets of the operations on the shift. This involves leading all aspects of health and safety, operational performance, customer relations, continuous improvement, and people development.
SHIFT
Sunday to Thursday - 11:00 pm to 07:00 am ; flexibility expected
Responsibilities
Metro Supply Chain is a strategic supply chain solutions partner to some of the world's fastest growing and most reputable organizations. For 50 years, it has excelled at tailoring integrated, data driven solutions, fueled by advanced systems and technology, that fulfill complex and challenging distribution needs. Managing 22.5 million square feet operating out of more than 190 sites across North America and Europe with a team of 9,000, it is one of Canada's largest privately owned supply chain solutions companies. Metro Supply Chain is a 2026 winner of the Canada's Best Managed Companies program, recognized for its strategic expertise, culture of innovation and commitment to its people and local communities.
Summary
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Operations Supervisor will be responsible for all facets of the operations on the shift. This involves leading all aspects of health and safety, operational performance, customer relations, continuous improvement, and people development.
SHIFT
Sunday to Thursday - 11:00 pm to 07:00 am ; flexibility expected
Responsibilities
- Schedule the labour requirements for the shift to ensure production goals are met within the budgeted cost structure.
- Complete shift briefings to ensure the effective communication of relevant information to all employees.
- Assign and follow up with operators and warehouse staff on the length of time required for tasks to be completed by noting tasks assignments and communicating approximate time of completion,
- Ensure the sequences of orders are picked based on priority shipments and priority customers therefore reducing extensive waiting times for drivers, RUSH loads and late deliveries,
- Hold Team Members accountable for ensuring proper picking and packing procedures are followed and that all production meets or exceeds Client’s quality standards.
- Monitor, analyze and report daily/weekly departmental performance through effective KPI tracking and data collection for respective shift.
- On a daily basis approve all labour hours using agile in adherence with company policies, maintaining accurate record keeping ensuring proper payment of employees for the shift and cost allocation to customer accounts.
- Provide daily feedback to employees through coaching and administer performance appraisals. Handle all disciplinary situations appropriately and in a timely manner with appropriate supporting documentation.
- Maintain close interaction with customers to develop strong relationships while assessing service requirements; communicate where appropriate.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Fulfill the duties of a supervisor under the Occupational Health and Safety Act including safety, violence and harassment laws.
- Assumes additional related responsibilities as required.
- Customer Centricity
- Fostering Culture
- Collaboration
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Managing Through Change
- Developing Self & Others
- Planning & Results Orientation
- Communication
- Always Improving Mindset
- Business & Financial Savvy
- Preferably a College Diploma in Business Management with focus in Logistics Management and/or the equivalent in experience.
- Work in an environment where safety is our first priority
- The opportunity to build a career with a growing company
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
- Life and disability insurance
- Wellness programs to support your family’s well-being
- A Retirement Savings Program with a company match
- Company team wear allowance
- Employee Appreciation Day
- Company sponsored social events
- Community volunteering
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Responsibilities
Lead all shift operations, including workforce scheduling, safety, production performance, order prioritization, quality, and customer relationships. Track and report performance, approve labour hours, maintain a safe workplace, and coach employees while addressing performance and disciplinary matters.
Requirements
A college diploma in Business Management focused on Logistics Management is preferred, or equivalent experience. The role calls for supervisory capability across warehouse operations, safety, customer service, performance management, communication, and employee development.
Skills
- Shift Operations Management
- Workforce Scheduling
- Health And Safety
- Operational Performance Management
- Customer Relations
- Continuous Improvement
- Team Leadership
- Employee Coaching
- Performance Appraisals
- Conflict And Disciplinary Management
- KPI Tracking
- Data Collection And Reporting
- Labour Cost Management
- Order Picking And Packing
- Prioritization And Planning
- Communication
Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Wellness Programs
- Retirement Savings Program With Company Match
- Company Team Wear Allowance
- Employee Appreciation Day
- Company-Sponsored Social Events
- Community Volunteering
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Categories
- Logistics
- Management & Leadership
- Transportation
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Supply Chain
- Logistics
- Warehouse Operations
- Shift Supervision
- Labour Scheduling
- Production Goals
- Budget Management
- Shift Briefings
- Order Picking
- Packing Procedures
- Priority Shipments
- Customer Relations
- Client Quality Standards
- Key Performance Indicators
- Performance Reporting
- Labour Hours Approval
- Cost Allocation
- Employee Coaching
- Performance Appraisals
- Disciplinary Procedures
- Occupational Health And Safety
- Workplace Safety
- Continuous Improvement
- People Development
- Agile