Distribution Center Lead - 1st shift

Woodstream has a rich history of over 150 years, and we are an essential, life sustaining business.  We provide pest & animal control products that destroy disease carrying insects & rodents.

We have an immediate opportunity for a:

Distribution Center Lead, 1st Shift  in Brampton, Ontario

Benefits of Working for Woodstream:

• Competitive benefits package including:
• Bonus Program
• 401k with Company Match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Effective on First Day of Employment
• Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Paid Basic Life & Disability Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Insurance Options
• ID Theft & Legal Assistance Plan Options
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Stable, growing working environment with a history of 150 years of doing business.
• Opportunity to advance within the company.

Overview of the Role:

• This position is vital to the Distribution Center (DC) operations and to our goal of satisfying our customers by controlling inventory accuracy, receipt of goods, and shipments to customers.

• Plan and assign work tasks to the Team in a manner that allows everyone to be successful in their role. Works alongside team and provides instruction, guidance, and follow-up on their daily work assignments.
• Completes operational requirements as assigned by DC Manager/Supervisor. Backup for the DC Manager/Supervisor when the DC Manager/Supervisor is off the floor or is out of the operations.
• Active in problem solving to improve the operation of the DC, looking for areas to improve the operations and reduce cost.
• Normal daily operational Material Handler I & II duties when needed.
• Applies working knowledge of all the tasks in each DC process.

• Complies with safety guidelines and promotes a clean and safe work environment.
• Regular attendance and punctuality required.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Works with other members of the shift, providing training, guidance, work assignments and follow-up to ensure daily workload is achieved. 
• Maintains WMS inventory /outbound/inbound accuracy & performs cycle counts.
• Engage employees in a calm and professional manner.
• Maintain accurate shipping performance of at least 99% by following the disciplines set forth.
• Ensures that receiving & shipping personnel are reporting Vendor Compliance infractions as they occur.
• Inspect the facility daily for safety hazards.
• Adheres to all Human Resource, quality, operations and safety policies.
• Has a working knowledge of all the tasks in the DC operations.  This includes knowledge of equipment certifications.  Should be an expert regarding loading, unloading, put-way, small-package shipping and our warehouse management system (WMS).
• Work overtime as needed, which can be a daily requirement. 
• Perform the Material Handler I and II job responsibilities.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Proficient in the safe operation of various types of Material Handler equipment, and RF scanners.
• Aptitude for problem solving and removing bottle necks from process flow.
• Self-starter
• Ability to handle and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail oriented
• Flexible/Team player
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma required.
• Strong basic math and reading skills.
• Data Entry experience
• Forklift experience preferred
• Warehouse experience preferred
• Experience in warehouse management systems (SAP or other) preferred
• 1 year of Leadership experience preferred

Woodstream Fun Facts!

• We are the #1 EAC (Electronic Animal Containment/fencing) company in North America, 10X the #2 company and these products protect our food supply.
• We are the ONLY Pest & Animal Control company with a significant ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) Program.
• Over 40% of our Directors and above are woman.
• 57% of the Executive Team (meaning VP and above) are female, black, Hispanic or Asian/Islander.