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Supervisor, Shipping, AM

The Shipping Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the loading and unloading of products, managing warehouse operations, and ensuring accurate record-keeping. They are also accountable for the supervision, training, and safety of shipping staff while maintaining operational standards.

  • On-site
  • Edmonton, AB
  • Posted Sep 2, 2026
  • Apply by Sep 26, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

Position Summary Reporting to the Plant Superintendent, the Shipping Supervisor is responsible for loading and unloading product into and from trucks, records maintenance (rotations, time keeping, and quality), completing invoices and arranging transportation. Position organizes and warehouses freezers, coolers and the shipping dock area and is accountable for the supervision and training of shipping staff. Accountable for managing inbound loads from sister plants and vendors, including export loads for the Calgary, Edmonton South and Edmonton North facilities. Position may work shift work, when required. Maintain a clean and organized workplace for safety and quality. Work Schedule: 6:00am – 3:00pm (Mon to Fri) Key Accountabilities: Accountable to accurately and efficiently perform duties to prepare quality poultry products for delivery to our customers; Accountable to accurately maintain shipping records; Accountable for the effective supervision and training of shipping staff; ensuring all tasks are completed to specification; Accountable to ensure a safe working environment for employees, customers and visitors, and the maintenance all mobile equipment (power jacks, forklifts, and transport units); Accountable to maintain warehouse operational standards; Implementing production, productivity, quality and customer service standards; Able to perform discipline as required; Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Minimum Grade 12 education; a post-secondary diploma; Min 3 years of shipping experience, preferably within the food industry or a Distribution Center environment; Previous supervisory or team leadership experience mandatory; Strong working knowledge of shipping operations and processes; Forklift experience and/or a valid forklift license is considered an asset; Basic computer proficiency, including experience with (CSB, TMS, Outlook, Excel, Word); Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally, and in writing.

What you’ll do

The Shipping Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the loading and unloading of products, managing warehouse operations, and ensuring accurate record-keeping. They are also accountable for the supervision, training, and safety of shipping staff while maintaining operational standards.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of a Grade 12 education and a post-secondary diploma, along with at least 3 years of shipping experience. Previous supervisory or team leadership experience is mandatory, as is proficiency in basic computer software and effective communication skills.

Listed skills

  • TrainingPreferred
  • Safety CompliancePreferred
  • Microsoft ExcelPreferred
  • Forklift operationPreferred
  • Quality ControlPreferred
  • CommunicationPreferred
  • LogisticsPreferred
  • Team LeadershipPreferred
  • Microsoft WordPreferred
  • Inventory managementPreferred
  • SupervisionPreferred
  • Microsoft OutlookPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Shipping operations
  • Supervision
  • Team leadership
  • Warehouse management
  • Forklift operation
  • Inventory management
  • Quality control
  • Safety compliance
  • Logistics
  • Communication
  • Computer proficiency
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Transportation management
  • Training
  • Shipping Operations
  • Forklift Certification
  • Shift Work
  • Customer Service
  • English Language
  • Forklift Truck
  • Warehousing
  • Invoicing
  • Poultry
  • Team Leadership
  • Loading And Unloading

Job areas

  • Logistics
  • Manufacturing
  • Food & Beverage
  • Management & Leadership
  • Shipping Supervisor
  • Warehouse / Distribution Supervisor
  • Supply, Distribution and Related Managers
  • First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators
  • First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors

Additional details

Minimum education
High school
Minimum experience
2+ years
Apply by
Sep 26, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week