Why you’ll love Canada Cartage
An iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals, cross-docks, and distribution centers, we are one of Canada’s largest and most trusted supply chain service providers. Driven to exceed customer expectations and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.
We work with intelligent and focused leaders who are driven to create an outstanding customer experience in partnership with leading Canadian brands. Canada Cartage is deep-rooted in family values with an entrepreneurial culture where ideas are welcomed, growth is fostered, and high performance is championed. A recognized leader, founded in 1914, Canada Cartage dominates the industry by delivering innovative fleet solutions.
Position Summary
Canada Cartage Logistics Solutions is seeking a results-driven Operations Supervisor to lead overnight warehouse operations. Reporting to the Assistant General Manager, the Supervisor is responsible for safety, efficiency, quality, and employee performance while delivering exceptional customer service.
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Schedule: Sunday to Thursday, Night shift: 8:00 PM to 4:30 AM
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise inbound and outbound parcel sortation to meet customer SLAs
- Manage warehouse flow, space utilization, shipping, and receiving
- Lead, train, schedule, and evaluate warehouse team members, including payroll accuracy
- Plan labor and manpower requirements, including overtime and time-off approvals
- Maintain inventory accuracy and resolve discrepancies
- Ensure compliance with SOPs, GMPs, and health & safety regulations
- Oversee safety, security, housekeeping, and accident investigations
- Communicate daily with customers, carriers, vendors, and internal teams
- Prepare and maintain operational reports and productivity metrics
- Support culture-building initiatives and promote company values
Qualifications & Core Competencies
- 1 to 2 years of warehouse operation supervisory experience
- Proven front-line leadership experience in warehousing/distribution
- Ability to adapt to a changing environment and make quick, effective decisions.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of material handling equipment and health & safety legislation
- Good working proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Why people love working for Canada Cartage
- Cohesive team and a positive, hard-working atmosphere.
- Meaningful opportunities for career growth.
- Company-wide recognition initiatives are designed to recognize employees when they demonstrate outstanding customer service, teamwork, and our core values.
- Perks - discounted hotels, car rentals, entertainment, gym memberships, phone plans, electronics, to name a few
- Fun events throughout the year, like summer barbeques and driver-appreciation week, that regularly bring us together.
- We give back to the communities in which we operate by volunteering and donating to local charities.
- We are a strong company that weathers the storm through pandemics and recessionary periods, so that we can benefit from good economic environments.
We are a top employer!
- Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers for six straight years in a row.
- Trucking HR has announced that Canada Cartage has again been selected for the 8th year in a row, as one of Canada’s Top Fleet Employers. In addition, we have been recognized as an Employer of Distinction for the 4th year in a row. This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage’s reputation as an employer of high quality.
- We’ve been acknowledged by Forbes 2023 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity
Come work with an industry leader!
- Canada Cartage is committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). We are determined to meet the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA at any point in your application or employment duration, please let us know.
- We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this position; however only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
- Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.
Committed to employment equity, Canada Cartage Systems LP encourages applications from Aboriginal people, members of visible minority groups, and women.
