Assistant Warehouse Manager

at  ITN Food Corporation

JOIN OUR TEAM AT ITN FOOD CORPORATION AS AN ASSISTANT WAREHOUSE MANAGER!

Are you a motivated and detail-oriented professional looking to advance your career in warehouse operations? ITN Food Corporation, a leader in food manufacturing, import, and distribution, is seeking a skilled Assistant Warehouse Manager to oversee our multi-level warehouse in Woodbridge - Vaughan, Greater Toronto Area, Canada. Our facility handles a diverse range of food products, requiring meticulous inventory management and operational efficiency.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As an Assistant Warehouse Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operations of our five-level warehouse facility. This full-time, on-site role involves supervising daily warehousing activities, ensuring inventory accuracy, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain operational excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: 3-5 years in warehouse operations, preferably within the food manufacturing or distribution sectors, handling diverse product categories.
• Education: Diploma or certification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with Ontario OHSA, HACCP, and Allergen Programs.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and related technologies; experience with ERP systems is an asset.
• Leadership Abilities: Demonstrated skills in team supervision, training, and development.
• Problem-Solving: Strong organizational and analytical capabilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Flexibility: Ability to work early, late, or weekend shifts as required to meet operational needs.
• Certifications: Valid Reach and Counter Balance forklift licenses are an asset.

• Warehouse Operations: Manage daily operations, including receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and shipping of a diverse range of food products.
• Inventory Management: Maintain accurate inventory levels through regular cycle counts and audits, utilizing our Warehouse Management System (WMS) for real-time tracking.
• Team Supervision: Lead, train, and support warehouse staff, fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to all regulatory standards, including GMP, HACCP, and safety protocols, maintaining a clean and organized warehouse environment.
• Process Improvement: Collaborate with the Warehouse Manager to identify opportunities for operational improvements.
• Technology Utilization: Ensure effective use of the WMS, providing training to staff and leveraging the system for optimal inventory control.
• Reporting: Assist in generating and analyzing operational reports to monitor KPIs and provide actionable insights.
• Regulatory Interaction: Support regulatory inspections from authorities like CFIA and MOL, ensuring compliance and readiness.