Warehouse Manager

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future. About the Position: This position is responsible for the strategic management of our supply warehouse, pulp and reject storage, inventory, and shipping & receiving operations, admin and workorder entry. This position is also responsible for utilizing correct methods in accordance with established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality. Specific Responsibilities: Warehouse Organizes, maintains and improves warehouse operations; Ensures the day-to-day flow of warehouse operations run according to ALS Group standards; Oversees the storage of supplies in the warehouse area. Inventory Control Ensures the integrity and accuracy of all supply inventories for the laboratory and warehouse; Responsible for the inventory and ordering of all cylinder gases for the laboratory; Responsible for regular inventory counts and communicating inventory levels to finance and purchasing; Pulp and Reject Develop a system to store pulp and rejects in an organized fashion; Coordinate the pulp and reject storage, disposal and return to clients in a timely manner; Provide inventory count to invoice clients for their pulp and reject storage. Manage sample disposition, including invoice preparation, on a monthly basis Personnel Communicates and enforces ALS Group employment policies and procedures; Communicates and enforces ALS Group safety, health and environment policies; Trains workers in duties and policies and ensures smooth operation of equipment; Administrative duties and workorder entry Shipping and Receiving Develops and maintains a procedure manual for the shipping & receiving department; Oversees the selection and scheduling of common carriers to ensure on-time and cost-effective delivery of all shipments; Oversees the preparation of all Commercial Invoices and ensures all documents accompanying shipments and are accurate; Maintains an accurate and up to date shipping log and confirmation of delivery; Along with the Manager ensures the most cost effective and efficient method of shipment to international locations; Organizes container shipments when necessary; Responsible for maintaining all department specific ISO documentation; Provides assistance to clients and other ALS Branches when necessary; Other duties as assigned by manager. Vehicles & Equipment Maintains up to date maintenance logs on all trucks and forklifts; Ensures vehicles and equipment are regularly maintained; Ensure that all the departmental staff have proper licenses and certifications to operate vehicles and equipment. Safety Promotes Safety and Housekeeping in all activities surpassing accordance with health and safety legislation; Communicates and enforces ALS Group safety, health and environment policies. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Excellent command of the English language, strong verbal and written communication skills; Strong customer service focus, interpersonal and organizational abilities; Demonstrated judgement, creativity, integrity and ability to solve problem; Excellent prioritization skills with minimal guidance and direction; Ability to effectively work as part of a cross-functional team; Strong documentation and communication skills; Strong analytical and problem solving skills; Strong Microsoft Office skills; Ability to effectively handle escalations and time critical issues; Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; Ability to operate a forklift and participate in inventory counts. Required Qualifications: Some post-secondary education in warehousing, shipping & receiving, and/or logistics required; Diploma in warehousing and shipping, or logistics preferred; Applicable Provincial driver’s license with clean driving history required; Forklift license and experience operating a forklift required; Two to three years of warehousing …

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