Top Benefits
About the role
Who are we?
Armtec Inc., the leading manufacturer of water management and drainage solutions in Canada, is an integral part of the landscape that surrounds us. Our products serve as the foundation for functionality, creating pathways for people and supporting structures that enhance everyday life. As a proud member of the WGI Westman Group Inc., we are committed to fostering the growth of our employees, prioritizing customer satisfaction, and making a positive impact on the communities we serve. With a global customer base, the Westman Group of Companies operates state-of-the-art manufacturing, sales, and distribution facilities in more than 70 centers throughout North America and Europe. Join our vibrant team and be part of a company that is shaping the future of water management and making a difference in the world.
Shipper
Key Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Office Manager, the Logistics Coordinator responsible for ensuring that all shipping requirements are coordinated and processed in a timely manner to meet customer delivery expectations and company objectives. Specifically, the Dispatcher will have the following responsibilities:
- Plan and effectively manage all activities related to the Receiving / Shipping Department.
- Maximize truck loading to optimize transportation costs.
- Acts as point of contact for drivers.
- Assists in the collection and classification of all fleet and carrier documents.
- Works closely with trucking companies to ensure that trailers are docked for loading; efficient trailer management enables orders to be processed and delivered on time, at the best rate and at no extra cost.
- Coordinate the handling of products released for shipment.
- Maintains current knowledge of transport regulations and road traffic rules.
- Receives incoming materials and documents.
- Communicates daily with customers for delivery follow-ups such as late deliveries, etc.
- Participates in the search for new carriers.
- Demonstrates an exemplary level of safety; must at all times promote and value a productive and supportive work environment in compliance with health and safety laws and regulations and Armtec's culture of commitment and responsibility.
Education and experience :
- College diploma in transportation and logistics management or any other combination of relevant training and experience
- 3 to 5 years' experience in a similar position - truck fleet management (an asset)
Skills :
- Very good knowledge of the territory served
- Good knowledge of transportation laws and regulations
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Customer-oriented approach and orientation
- Positive approach to changing and urgent situations; good stress management
- Organizational skills to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Sound judgment in decision-making
- Fluent in written and spoken French and English due to the national scale of this position.
- Proficiency in MS Office suite software and knowledge of web tools
Compensation and benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Company paid group benefits
- Free on-site parking
- Continuous learning opportunities
- Company paid vacation
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Wellness Program
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
By submitting your application you agree to the following:
The information contained on this application is accurate, complete and up-to-date to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation may disqualify me from employment or because for my dismissal. If hired, I agree to abide by all rules and regulations of the Company, including serving an initial probationary period. I provide my consent for this information to be used and/or disclosed in accordance with the Westman Group Privacy Code.
WGI Westman Group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and section process.
Note: This job description/profile is general in nature and serves only as a guide for the job responsibilities of the position indicated. It is not intended to be all-inclusive and should not be considered as meeting the needs for compliance with local, provincial, and federal requirements. Understand that management reserves the right to periodically add, modify, or change responsibilities (application for union team members will depend on the provisions of the collective agreement).
About Armtec Inc.
Armtec Inc. is the largest manufacturer of water management and drainage solutions in Canada, our products are woven into the landscape almost everywhere you look. We deliver a framework of function, pathways for people, and structures for life. Armtec Inc. is a proud member of WGI Westman Group Inc. – a dynamic, entrepreneurial group dedicated to the growth of their employees, customers and the communities in which they operate. With a worldwide customer base, The Westman Group of Companies operates manufacturing, sales, and distribution facilities in over 70 centers across North America and Europe.
Top Benefits
About the role
Who are we?
Armtec Inc., the leading manufacturer of water management and drainage solutions in Canada, is an integral part of the landscape that surrounds us. Our products serve as the foundation for functionality, creating pathways for people and supporting structures that enhance everyday life. As a proud member of the WGI Westman Group Inc., we are committed to fostering the growth of our employees, prioritizing customer satisfaction, and making a positive impact on the communities we serve. With a global customer base, the Westman Group of Companies operates state-of-the-art manufacturing, sales, and distribution facilities in more than 70 centers throughout North America and Europe. Join our vibrant team and be part of a company that is shaping the future of water management and making a difference in the world.
Shipper
Key Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Office Manager, the Logistics Coordinator responsible for ensuring that all shipping requirements are coordinated and processed in a timely manner to meet customer delivery expectations and company objectives. Specifically, the Dispatcher will have the following responsibilities:
- Plan and effectively manage all activities related to the Receiving / Shipping Department.
- Maximize truck loading to optimize transportation costs.
- Acts as point of contact for drivers.
- Assists in the collection and classification of all fleet and carrier documents.
- Works closely with trucking companies to ensure that trailers are docked for loading; efficient trailer management enables orders to be processed and delivered on time, at the best rate and at no extra cost.
- Coordinate the handling of products released for shipment.
- Maintains current knowledge of transport regulations and road traffic rules.
- Receives incoming materials and documents.
- Communicates daily with customers for delivery follow-ups such as late deliveries, etc.
- Participates in the search for new carriers.
- Demonstrates an exemplary level of safety; must at all times promote and value a productive and supportive work environment in compliance with health and safety laws and regulations and Armtec's culture of commitment and responsibility.
Education and experience :
- College diploma in transportation and logistics management or any other combination of relevant training and experience
- 3 to 5 years' experience in a similar position - truck fleet management (an asset)
Skills :
- Very good knowledge of the territory served
- Good knowledge of transportation laws and regulations
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Customer-oriented approach and orientation
- Positive approach to changing and urgent situations; good stress management
- Organizational skills to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Sound judgment in decision-making
- Fluent in written and spoken French and English due to the national scale of this position.
- Proficiency in MS Office suite software and knowledge of web tools
Compensation and benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Company paid group benefits
- Free on-site parking
- Continuous learning opportunities
- Company paid vacation
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Wellness Program
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
By submitting your application you agree to the following:
The information contained on this application is accurate, complete and up-to-date to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation may disqualify me from employment or because for my dismissal. If hired, I agree to abide by all rules and regulations of the Company, including serving an initial probationary period. I provide my consent for this information to be used and/or disclosed in accordance with the Westman Group Privacy Code.
WGI Westman Group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and section process.
Note: This job description/profile is general in nature and serves only as a guide for the job responsibilities of the position indicated. It is not intended to be all-inclusive and should not be considered as meeting the needs for compliance with local, provincial, and federal requirements. Understand that management reserves the right to periodically add, modify, or change responsibilities (application for union team members will depend on the provisions of the collective agreement).
About Armtec Inc.
Armtec Inc. is the largest manufacturer of water management and drainage solutions in Canada, our products are woven into the landscape almost everywhere you look. We deliver a framework of function, pathways for people, and structures for life. Armtec Inc. is a proud member of WGI Westman Group Inc. – a dynamic, entrepreneurial group dedicated to the growth of their employees, customers and the communities in which they operate. With a worldwide customer base, The Westman Group of Companies operates manufacturing, sales, and distribution facilities in over 70 centers across North America and Europe.