Shipping Foreman

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and supervise shipping activities and manage a team of 10 to 15 employees.
• Coordinate shipping personnel, including load distribution and priority tracking.
• Manage inventory levels based on production needs and plan stock replenishment to avoid shortages.
• Collaborate with transport coordinators to plan shipment size and composition, communicating with drivers and logistics partners.
• Resolve shipping issues and analyze root causes of errors to propose sustainable solutions.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards for the warehouse and outdoor yard.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives aligned with lean manufacturing principles.
• Train staff on tasks, safety standards, and company policies.
• Manage human resources within the department according to the collective agreement, including performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure strict adherence to occupational health and safety standards.

Requirements

• DEP in logistics, transport, operations management, or a related field (AEC/DEC in industrial management is also accepted).
• 3 to 5 years of experience in shipping or logistics.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of the manufacturing sector.
• Bilingualism in French and English.
• Proficiency in shipping and receiving operations (order preparation, packaging, loading, documentation).
• Ability to operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of ERP software (e.g., SAP, JD Edwards, Genius).
• Knowledge of international trade.
• Experience with heavy or volumetric agricultural equipment.
• Knowledge of transport standards (road, LTL, oversized loads).

About the Company

GEA is a leading global supplier of process technology for the food industry and various other sectors. The Drummondville plant serves as a center of excellence for agricultural effluent management, manufacturing high-performance equipment for livestock farming across North America.