WEEKDAY PM DOCK FOREMAN - 4x10 Hrs Shift/SALARY + BONUS

Company Description

For 65 years, Manitoulin Transport has been providing comprehensive transportation and logistics solutions for clients across North America. Our success lies in our innovation and safety, and our dedication to reliable, on-time delivery. So, if you know where you’re headed, we have the training and career development to help you get there.

Job Description

This individual will be responsible for all aspects of planning and managing the unloading/loading of all transfer freight and local delivery freight. This is a high-volume, fast-paced environment.  

NOTE: This shift is week day afternoons -- Tuesdays to Fridays -- 1130 hrs to 2200 hrs.  This is a salaried position which reports to the Terminal Manager/Dock Manager.

• Lead and direct a dock crew to achieve shift objectives. Communicate, problem solve and react to challenges with service, safety, and operational targets in mind.
• Enforce proper handling procedures with a focus on reducing damages and accurate exception reporting.
• Coordinate with Central Dispatch inbound/outbound Trailers

• Load/Unload Trailers

• Ensure all employees are instructed in safe work practices and that work is carried out in a safe manner. You will be responsible for enforcing procedures with the current dock staff & to train new staff. Possible overtime when others are not in (ie: vacation/sick coverage)

Qualifications

• Previous experience working an LTL cross dock
• Previous supervisor/team lead experience 
• Forklift experience is an absolute must. Minimum of two years.
• Ability to lead, delegate, and multitask.
• Dedicated company employee committed to achieving operational and financial targets.
• Adaptable to situational challenges, including manpower, freight volumes, lack of equipment, and tight timelines.
• A problem solver with a positive attitude.
• Geographical knowledge of Ontario/Canada is an asset

Additional Information

We Offer:

• Competitive wages
• Benefits, including short-term and long-term disability
• And more!
• We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this position; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.