Packaging Operations Supervisor

DHL Supply Chain Contract Packaging is seeking an experienced Packaging Operations Supervisor for its Bolton, ON facility. This role involves overseeing daily packaging operations including primary and secondary packaging, POP displays, and pallet displays, with a focus on continuous improvement and lean manufacturing.

• Supervise daily activity to ensure a safe, secure, clean, and fair work environment for associates
• Organize and lead focus on improved productivity by improving processes and associate work efficiency
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to identify areas for increased efficiency
• Deliver associate orientation, training, performance reviews, and development
• Participate in management of turnover among hourly staff
• Maximize quality and productivity by understanding job standards and evaluating performance variances
• Plan, supervise, and prioritize daily workload and staffing to minimize unplanned overtime
• Ensure shift/daily/weekly workload planning and volume forecasting routines are accomplished
• Collaborate with regional sites on safety, labour sharing, and best practice initiatives
• Troubleshoot problems during the production process
• Communicate work task Standard Operating Procedures and convey key information during pre-shift meetings
• Execute daily customer or vendor contract requirements and identify accessorial activity
• Ensure inventory integrity through timely and accurate receiving, picking, shipping, and inventory management
• Participate in the collection of performance measurements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience, preferred
• 1+ years' industry experience in primary packaging, secondary packaging, custom packaging, manufacturing, or related business and/or operations, required
• Analytical mindset and strong problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy; experience with MS Excel, Word, and Outlook is highly beneficial
• Ability to work collaboratively across shifts, departments, and peers

Salary range: $50,000 - $77,000 per year (national range). This is an in office position in Bolton, ON, Canada.

DHL is an equal opportunity employer committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process.