ACARA Jobs
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
Apply- ID: 555615
- Posted: 11/25/2025
- Location: Cambridge, ON
- Category: LI - Manufacturing
- Job Type: Direct Placement
- Duration: Direct Placement
Description
Position Summary: The Shipping and Receiving Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the shipping, receiving, and warehouse functions to ensure the efficient, accurate, and timely movement of goods.
Location: Cambridge
Salary: $75k
Shift: Monday-Friday morning schedule
Start: As soon as possible
Primary Responsibilities:
- Supervise, schedule, and coordinate shipping, receiving, and warehouse personnel to meet operational goals.
- Oversee the loading, unloading, inspection, and documentation of incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Verify accuracy of shipments, bills of lading, packing slips, and purchase orders.
- Ensure compliance with company procedures, customer requirements, and transportation regulations.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and perform regular cycle counts.
- Work closely with production, purchasing, and customer service to support on-time deliveries.
- Select and coordinate with carriers, freight forwarders, and courier services.
- Train and mentor team members on proper material handling, safety practices, and company procedures.
- Investigate and resolve shipping/receiving discrepancies or damage claims.
- Enforce workplace health, safety, and housekeeping standards in the warehouse.
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Prepare and maintain performance reports on shipping accuracy, turnaround times, and carrier performance.
- Follow all Occupational Health & Safety Regulations and Company Health & Safety Policies and Procedures.
Educational Requirements:
- Post Secondary education in logistics, supply chain, or related field preferred.
Required Skills & Expertise:
- Post-secondary education in logistics, supply chain, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in shipping/receiving or warehouse operations, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory role.
- Knowledge of freight carriers, logistics documentation, and customs processes (if applicable).
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Proficiency with ERP systems, warehouse management software, and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills to motivate and manage a team.
- Ability operate forklifts or other warehouse equipment (license/certification may be required).
- Valid G drivers license
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Equipment/ Tools/ Technology Used:
- Forklift experience (counter balance)
- ERP experience (Visual Manufacturing)
Job Requirements
Educational Requirements:
- Post Secondary education in logistics, supply chain, or related field preferred.
Required Skills & Expertise:
- Post-secondary education in logistics, supply chain, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in shipping/receiving or warehouse operations, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory role.
- Knowledge of freight carriers, logistics documentation, and customs processes (if applicable).
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Proficiency with ERP systems, warehouse management software, and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills to motivate and manage a team.
- Ability operate forklifts or other warehouse equipment (license/certification may be required).
- Valid G drivers license
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Equipment/ Tools/ Technology Used:
- Forklift experience (counter balance)
- ERP experience (Visual Manufacturing)
Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.