BE Power Equipment is a leading manufacturer of pressure washers, air compressors, generators and water pumps serving industrial markets in over 30 countries. Headquartered in Abbotsford, BC, our third generation, family-owned business is focused on designing quality products and delivering exceptional service.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Reporting into the Operations Manager, the Warehouse Supervisor will be responsible for leading the daily activities of a busy Warehouse team. This is a key role in our Operations team, finding better, smarter, more cost-efficient ways to get things done and must be able to create momentum and excitement to implement change.

We are looking for an experienced person who will act as the Operations Manager's right-hand and back-up. Somebody who will have proven ability to drive change, operate in a fast-paced challenging environment, adapt and react quickly, and inspire others to do the same.

You should be a proactive, solutions-oriented self-starter, able to identify areas for improvement and implement them in a timely manner. Previous LEAN experience is an asset.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Lead the daily operations of the Warehouse teams by planning and executing workload based on various schedules.
• Ensure Health and Safety standards are adhered to while promoting a positive Safety culture.
• Lead a culture of on-going process improvement using KAIZEN and LEAN methodology.
• Ensure all inbound materials are received and accurately recorded in ERP (SysPro)
• Ensure all finished goods are shipped in a timely, cost-effective manner
• Actively manage employees to achieve high levels of quality, productivity, and efficiency
• Ensure the work area is clean, organized and free of hazards before, during and after each shift (5S).
• Handle employee concerns and issues, including filling out incident reports or other relevant documentation and submitting to JHSC and/or Human Resources.
• Manage employee time and attendance, and updates hours appropriately (PayWorks)
• Support staff planning requirements on a daily and weekly basis in order to maintain uninterrupted workflow.
• Hiring, onboarding and training of new employees

Requirements

WHAT YOU HAVE:

• 5+ years of supervisory experience in a fast-paced manufacturing/warehouse environment.
• 2+ years of leadership experience in a production and/or warehouse environment.
• Experience with continuous improvement (Lean/Kaizen) manufacturing concepts is a strong asset.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Familiar with ERP system - Syspro is considered an asset.

WHO YOU ARE:

• You are a natural leader with the ability to motivate & influence others through strong interpersonal skills.
• You communicate professionally and know how to build rapport with others.
• You are calm under pressure and logical when it comes to decision making.
• You're up for a challenge and enjoy problem solving and finding corrective actions.
• You know how to keep yourself and your team organized to achieve goals.
• You care about results and quality of work.
• You are a safety champion and make safe work practices a priority for yourself and your team.
• You look for ways to constantly change and improve manufacturing practices.
• You are mechanically inclined and have a genuine interest in manufacturing, industry and power equipment.

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
We thank all applicants; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits

WHAT WE OFFER:

• We provide a competitive compensation package with a salary range of $70,000 - $90,000 per year
• The salary range is based on skills, qualifications and experience.
• We provide group medical and dental benefits/ insurance with premiums fully paid by the company.
• We care about your retirement savings and offer an RRSP plan with a company match of 2.5%.
• Your wellness matters to us - enjoy our complimentary Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Take advantage of our awesome employee discount programs.
• Invest in your future through our numerous training and development opportunities.
• Grow your career with our internal job posting policy - we have a strong culture to promote from within.
• Enjoy our modern, well-equipped environment with excellent staff facilities.
• We love to have fun! You'll get to participate in regular team building and social events – come enjoy everything from pizza and food truck lunches to our annual holiday party!