Warehouse Supervisor

Griffith Foods is the caring creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. As a family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip Illinois USA Griffith Foods is known for true collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World. The companys product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet. For more information visit .

TITLE: Warehouse Supervisor

LOCATION: Onsite in Scarborough 5 days per week

COMP RANGE: CAD $68000 to $83000 annually

Compensation is determined based on experience qualifications and internal equity.

Griffith Foods is hiring a Warehouse Supervisor to report to the Warehouse Manager to be one of the front-line leaders to a warehouse team and is responsible for planning and assigning work engaging and motivating team members and driving continuous improvement opportunities to deliver exceptional customer experience.

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

As a Warehouse Supervisor your responsibilities will include:

• Drives safety quality productivity inventory accuracy and service improvements within the department.

• Manages the efficient and effective movement of all goods and materials into and between plants of Griffith Foods and 3PL warehouses across multiple shifts and/or buildings through encouraging and motivating a large team.

• Holds daily meetings to review KPIs provide updates listen to employee feedback and facilitate discussion around Kaizen (improvement) opportunities using GPS Lean management.

• Keeps stock control systems up to date and plans for future capacity requirements. Manages the accuracy of the finished goods and raw materials inventory through solid cycle counting processes and procedures.

• Manages KPIs specific to warehouse operations and utilization.

• Conducts internal warehouse inspections for dock doors dock plates dock locks racking and floor repairs.

• Reviews Forklift Scissor lift and other material handling equipment inspection sheets.

• Issues Maintenance work orders for warehouse and equipment repairs.

• Report and document incidents and near misses using Origami.

• Provide training to warehouse staff on operational procedures and warehouse management systems to ensure optimal efficiency and strict compliance with Griffith GMP standards.

• Allocates necessary space for stock rotation and ensures proper trace and tracking.

• Participates and helps with the physical inventory four times a year (usually on weekends).

• Produces regular reports and departmental statistics on a daily weekly and monthly basis.

• Develops and implements tracking procedures and other operational reports to monitor and detect production problems and inaccuracies in inventory.

• Responsible for departments Health & Food Safety Safety Alerts Security GMP AIB BRC Griffith Management System and HAACP compliance.

• Ensures corrective and preventive actions are carried out regarding non-conformances process deviations and complaints.

• Owns the Forklift Safety Program and ensures optimization of equipment: Fork Lifts Skyjacks reach trucks low riders etc.

• Prepares for and participates in client audits.

• Ensures that housekeeping sanitation (food safety) and standards are maintained.

• Manages day-to-day freight issues. Verifies invoices/trailers/outside warehouses.

• Provides care maintenance and cleaning of warehouse plastic skids.

• Manages ordering of wooden pallets cost items from CHEP PECO and suppliers of white wood pallets.

• Supports Heat Treated pallet program through cycle counts and inventory.

• Monitors departmental costs including Labour.

• Tracks vacation sick leave and daily schedules through Dayforce.

• Performs audits to ensure compliance deals with violation issues and responsible for updating procedures and implementing and overall accountability for CTPAT.

• Participates in special projects as needed.

The Warehouse Supervisor position is well-suited for you if you:

• Have 3 5 years of experience supervising a team in a fast-paced food manufacturing or distribution environment Required.

Qualified candidates will have:

• A 4-year degree in Business or related field is preferred. Post-secondary education is required.

• Must be flexible to work on weekends and the night shift as needed.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to influence without authority.

• Drives engagement: Creates a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization to achieve its objectives.

• Drives results: Consistently achieving results even under tough circumstances.

• Willingness to work onsite in Scarborough 5 days per week.

What will set you apart:

• Prior experience in an environment using Lean methodology is desired.

There is potential for a discretionary bonus with a target of 2%. This bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.

What We Offer (*):
Paid top-up for Pregnancy Parental and Compassionate Care leave.

Health and Group Benefits (100% of premiums paid by Griffith foods).
Education reimbursement program.
Life event recognition and on the job recognition.
Generous defined contribution retirement plan.
Career development and growth opportunities.
Annual wellness allowance.
Annual incentive.

*Please note that terms and conditions apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Griffith Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures perspectives skills and experiences within our workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. If you need assistance or require accommodation please contact:

This role is affiliated to the Toronto ON location and candidates for this role need to reside within a commutable distance of that location and will be required to come onsite to that location.

At Griffith Foods you can be a member of a globally connected team that is known for true collaborative innovation guided by our purpose to Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish The World. We are a family-owned business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip Illinois USA. Our product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet.

At Griffith Foods we aim to create a regenerative future and build food systems that are sustainable and resilient for both people and the planet. A sustainable supply chain enables us to deliver high-quality products in a way that supports the growers and farming communities. Learn more about us at Intelligence Disclosure:

We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) in our hiring process. All applications are reviewed using standardized screening questions to ensure alignment with job requirements.

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