Warehouse Supervisor

Job summary

The Warehouse Supervisor leads a team of hourly employees to ensure efficient, safe, and on-schedule warehouse operations. This role manages inventory accuracy, shipping and receiving logistics, and drives continuous improvement within the facility.

Job details

Position: Warehouse Supervisor Location: Vernon, British Columbia Level: Supervisor Hiring Range: 68500 to 85800 Benefits and Perks: At Sleeman Breweries, you’ll have access to benefits that support you today and help you plan for tomorrow: ● Competitive compensation ● RRSP-matching program to help you save for retirement ● A commitment to work-life balance ● Benefits coverage for partners and kids ● Parental leave top-up for primary and secondary caregivers ● Employee product credit ● Tuition reimbursement program for eligible employees ● Employee and family assistance program ● Discount program with access to perks from big brands and local favourites ● Professional development opportunities including mentorship and leadership development If you require an accommodation or an accessible format at any stage of the application or hiring process, please let the recruitment team know. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. Why Join Sleeman Breweries? What’s your story? Ours is about pushing boundaries to create Canada’s third-largest brewery known for unique craft and world-class brands enjoyed across the country. As part of Sapporo Breweries, our story includes Sleeman Breweries in Ontario, Okanagan Spring Brewery in B.C., Wild Rose Brewery in Alberta, and Unibroue in Quebec. When you join Sleeman Breweries, you join a company deeply committed to quality, sustainability, and creating an outstanding employee experience. People here care about what they do and the people they work with. Write your next chapter with us at Sleeman Breweries. Get an inside look at what it’s like working at Sleeman Breweries by following @LifeAtSleeman on Instagram Purpose and Impact Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of hourly employees to ensure warehouse operations run efficiently, safely, and on schedule. This role ensures production and distribution requirements are met while optimizing resources and maintaining high standards for quality, safety, and customer service. The Supervisor plays a key role in driving continuous improvement and supporting a high-performance team environment. This position follows a rotating 2-week schedule that includes day, afternoon, and mid shifts. Responsibilities Team Leadership & Operations: Supervise and coordinate daily activities of 6–30 warehouse employees to meet production and shipping schedules. Lead daily crew meetings and provide performance feedback aligned with productivity and site metrics. Inventory & Warehouse Management: Coordinate cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and ensure inventory accuracy. Monitor order fulfillment, backorders, and overall inventory levels. Shipping, Receiving & Logistics: Oversee shipping/receiving schedules, carrier appointments, and material flow. Ensure equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs as required. Safety, Quality & Compliance: Promote a safe and healthy workplace by identifying and correcting hazards. Support food safety practices and ensure adherence to operational procedures. Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions where required. People Management & Administration: Create and manage employee schedules, attendance tracking, and timekeeping validation. Support performance management, employee engagement, and disciplinary processes in collaboration with HR. Skills and Qualifications (Required) Minimum 5 years of warehousing, shipping/receiving, or transportation experience. Minimum 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience. Secondary school diploma required; post-secondary education is an asset. Strong communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to present information effectively. Experience with Microsoft Office and warehouse management systems (WMS); Oracle experience is an asset. Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage performance, and foster employee engagement. Working knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation and regulations. Forklift experience/certification is an asset. Work Environment (Hybrid/Onsite) Onsite – This role operates primarily in a warehouse/manufacturing environment (approximately 70%) with some office-based responsibilities (approximately 30%). Think you have what we need but your credentials don’t perfectly line up? That’s OK! We know that some job seekers miss opportunities if they think their qualifications don’t fit. If you believe your skills and experience can make a difference here, we encourage you to apply! Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion At Sleeman Breweries, we believe that better beer, and better workplaces, happen when people feel welcomed and valued for the differences they bring. We are committed to fair hiring practices free from discrimination, and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We use AI to support parts of our recruitment process; however, hiring decisions are always made by people and aligned with our commitment to fairness, consistency, and equal opportunity. BETTER BEER. BETTER PEOPLE. GETTING BETTER We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected to proceed will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Warehouse Supervisor leads a team of hourly employees to ensure efficient, safe, and on-schedule warehouse operations. This role manages inventory accuracy, shipping and receiving logistics, and drives continuous improvement within the facility.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in warehousing, shipping/receiving, or transportation, along with 2 years of supervisory experience. A secondary school diploma is required, and proficiency with warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation • RRSP-matching program • Work-life balance • Benefits coverage for partners and kids • Parental leave top-up • Employee product credit • Tuition reimbursement program • Employee and family assistance program • Discount program • Professional development opportunities

Listed skills

• Continuous Improvement · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Logistics · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Oracle · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• scheduling · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Warehouse management
• Team leadership
• Inventory management
• Shipping and receiving
• Logistics
• Performance management
• Occupational health and safety
• Microsoft Office
• Warehouse management systems
• Oracle
• Forklift operation
• Incident investigation
• Scheduling
• Communication
• Continuous improvement
• Shipping And Receiving
• Equipment Maintenance
• People Management
• Warehouse Operations
• Artificial Intelligence
• Customer Service
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Cycle Counting
• Employee Engagement
• Performance Management
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Forklift Truck
• Order Fulfillment Management
• Warehousing
• Leadership
• Leadership Development
• Material Flow Management
• Mentorship
• Warehouse Management Systems
• Operations
• Team Leadership
• Warehouse Management
• Investigation
• Shipping Management

Job areas

• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Food & Beverage
• Warehouse Supervisor
• Warehouse / Distribution Supervisor
• Supply, Distribution and Related Managers
• First-Line Supervisors of Helpers, Laborers, and Material Movers, Hand
• First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors