Warehouse Supervisor

Cad Railway Industries Ltd was founded in 1968 headquartered in Montreal. We take pride on being North America’s leader of full-service solutions in the freight, passenger and commuter rail industries in Canada, the United States and offshore. Cad Railway has other facilities in Calgary, Lethbridge (under Caltrax banner) and has recently been selected by the ONxpress Transportation Partners association to provide all legacy fleet maintenance services for the Metrolinx rail fleet of approximately 1000 bi-level coaches and 90 locomotives. Cad Railway’s delivery team will operate and maintain Metrolinx’s rail maintenance facilities in Etobicoke and Whitby, as well as in multiple overnight along with mid-day light servicing facilities located across the Metrolinx train service area.Summary of the role:The Material Control Supervisor will be responsible for providing supervision and the management of all aspects of the front-line material handling for the Metrolinx’s Legacy Fleet Maintenance operations.This individual will collaborate with the management team, customers, suppliers, partners and involved stakeholders.Reporting to the Inventory Manager, will be responsible for ensuring on-time presentation of materials to the point of use. This also includes being accountable for the kitting of parts and overall shortage management.Core Accountabilities: Confirm that all HSE policies, processes and procedures are being compliedProvide coaching, instruction and guidance to the Shipping and Handling team (Material Chasers). Supervise employees in their execution of their responsibilities. Manage all aspects of the warehouse and related areasAbility to ensure proper reporting and daily management of shortages. Ensure accuracy of the inventoryEnsure parts and supplies are scheduled/delivered in the most strategic manner to support the needs of the business. Provide overall parts management and supervise the movement of all goods to the rail maintenance operationUnderstand the rail maintenance plan and needs and ensure alignment with warehouse planningDevelop, identify, implement, and actively participate in the continuous improvement of Materials Management. Contribute to the creation of best practices, strategy, processes, and procedures to improve operational performanceAbility to develop KPI’s and present dataPrepare senior management relating any potential complicationsWork with the team to prepare and create recurrent reports that are requested by operations or higherComply with the company’s applicable policies and procedures as well as human resources’ guidelinesQualifications:Ability to build strong rapport with the team and unionized maintenance personnel5 to 7 years experience in Inventory Planning/Material Handling and/or a related field. Must have rail locomotive and passenger coach experience and knowledgePrevious experience in a leadership/supervisory roleBackground of accomplishing business strategiesDiploma or degree relating to the field of expertiseCertifications such as forklift, reach truck, etc. is a plusNice to have:Experience working in an unionized environmentFamiliarity with other industries such as AerospaceExperience working in the rail industry with a comprehensive knowledge of rail equipmentCad Railway Industries Ltd. provides an equal opportunity as an employer and we are dedicated to continue to preserve a welcoming, safe and inclusive environment for every individual- no matter of age, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion and disability status.