Shipping and Receiving Supervisor

Quanex is looking for a Shipping and Receiving Supervisor to join our team in Brampton, ON. This role, reporting to the Plant Manager, provides leadership and direction through strong communication and teamwork for the activities of the shipping and receiving team to safely achieve shipping schedules and goals.

We Offer You!

• PTO, paid holidays & paid training — starts right away


• Bonus potential


• RRSP with company match


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• Life insurance provided


• Tuition assistance


• Safety-toe shoes at no cost


• Referral bonuses


• Supportive, people-first culture

What’s attractive about this position?

• Will have an impact on the success of the company.


• Visibility and access to leaders within the company.


• Growth Potential


• Collaborative and Team-Oriented environment 

What Success Looks Like:

• Ensure safety equipment and PPE is inspected daily and used/worn as required.


• Supervise and motivate the shipping and receiving dock staff.


• Work effectively with Supervisors and Managers to coordinate shipping schedules for manufacturing and plan for mixed product loads. 


• Communicate with Customer Service frequently to ensure that they are aware of scheduled shipments and any shipping issues which may arise.


• Administer reconsignment of freight, refusals, problems with delivery, returned merchandise, etc. as necessary.


• Ensure that department personnel are aware of the Standard Operating Procedures and work instructions.


• Administer customer requests for special services and act as liaison with Credit to process the appropriate debits.


• Schedule all shipments, monitor shipping schedule, ensure that appropriate product is available, and staged for shipment as scheduled.


• Call carriers to schedule trucks/call customers to schedule pick-ups and prepare Bills.


• Ensure all incoming goods are unloaded properly, material is checked, counts are verified, and all paperwork associated with incoming freight is processed correctly. 


• Maintain accuracy of inventory through cycle counts and the timely reporting of all inventory transactions.


• Actively participate in annual physical inventory.


• Maintain dock and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.


• Actively participate in "5S" procedures and all Continuous Improvement efforts.


• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by manager.

Your Credentials:

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, materials, and supply chain management preferred


• Certified Supply Chain Specialist from APICS / ASCM preferred.


• At least 5 years of experience leading a shipping and receiving team.


• Good organizational skills, detail oriented, and with the ability to interact positively with others, both within and outside the organization in a very hectic environment.


• Knowledge of carriers serving the area.


• Knowledge of inventory control concepts and procedures.


• Knowledge of SAP.


• Ability to communicate with carriers and customers effectively.


• Ability to ensure that inventory is kept undamaged and inventory counts are accurate.

The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $77,000 per year w/ bonus potential

About Quanex, A Part of Something Bigger

Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.

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