The posting
What Will You Do?
Under the supervision of the Dock Foreman, the Lead-Hand monitors all operational systems at the dock terminal and ensures the proper supervision of loading and unloading of freight. Help assign dock personnel to sort product, load and unload freight. Schedule and arrange workforce requirements according to volumes. Validate any change of work schedule Responsible for prioritizing incoming and outgoing freight. Manage delivery schedules and product holding. Verify temperatures on all loads/reefers that are pulled from or to docking station. Ensure that HACCP regulations are complied with and completed. Follow-up on any required HACCP orders. Ensure shipping documents are completed. Ensure and verify all that Truck/LTL/Trailers respect weight limitations as per transport regulations and restrictions. Ensure that forklift checks are done at the beginning of the shift, reviews, and locks-out any equipment that is considered unsafe. Ensure that shift reports and yard checks are completed and e-mailed at the end of the shift. Must rapport any issue regarding employee discipline to the Dock Management. Load or assist in loading appropriate freight onto delivery trucks or trailers and shrink wrap and block secure pallets when required. Ensure that appropriate bills are with skid. Complete a walk-thru with the Dock Foreman on the following shift. Complete paperwork on orders and respond to emails. Participate in the training of new employees when required.
All other duties as required.
Who Are We Looking For?
Two (2) years of experience equivalent to the job description or in the transport/warehouse industry preferred. Experience in management of personnel, attention to detail and a team player. A positive attitude, dependable, on time for work, and respectful with clients or co-workers. Provide a high level of customer service at all times. Good understanding of safe work practices and ability to safely operate dock equipment. Ability to use a forklift (Sit-Down electric, Stand-up Reach) a plus. Knowledge of AS400 Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs. Proficiency in French required



