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Overview

As an Operations Manager, you are accountable for ensuring that the dock employees are working in a safe and efficient manner. You are responsible for ensuring smooth operations, efficiencies, people management, freight flow, change implementation, and safety, aligned to operational expectations and guidelines.  

This position is all about the effective management of freight flow through the management of people and safety, continuous improvement, problem solving and effective communication.   

How You’ll Help: 

• Lead and manage a fast paced and high volume dock operation though a team of supervisors, lead hands, and front line employees. 
• Coach and develop team members using a positive attitude, collaboration, clear communication, and direction.  
• Make informed decisions based on safety, service, and productivity standards, with an understanding of company processes, policies and procedures. 
• Initiate and lead process and customer experience improvements, while meeting deadlines and controlling costs. 
• Understanding and use of key metrics used to manage terminal performance, including load factor, on-time delivery, LMS, and freight flow. 
• Recognize problems and work with others towards a practical and speedy resolution. 
• Leads teams of supervisors, lead hands and front line employees in a 24/7 environment. 
• Other related duties related as may be required. 

Your Skills and Experience: 

• Post-secondary education in transportation or logistics preferred.  A suitable level of practical experience may be considered in lieu of education. 
• Trained in the Transportation of Dangerous Goods 
• WHMIS certified. 
• 3-5 years’ experience in a terminal setting, preferably in the transportation industry. 
• Experience leading a team of front line employees, managers, and supervisors 
• Contributing to the development of and managing to an annual operating budget. 
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to get things done through others and people development. 
• Computer skills with MS Office products and web based programs.  Experience with AS400 a definite asset 
• Safety oriented 
• Good communication skills, verbal and written 
• Strong problem solving skills 
• Customer oriented 
• Ability to multi task and prioritize workload 
• English, other languages an asset 
• Bilingualism in English and French required for terminals located in the Province of Quebec. 

As an Operations Manager, you are accountable for ensuring that the dock employees are working in a safe and efficient manner. You are responsible for ensuring smooth operations, efficiencies, people management, freight flow, change implementation, and safety, aligned to operational expectations and guidelines.  

This position is all about the effective management of freight flow through the management of people and safety, continuous improvement, problem solving and effective communication.   

How You’ll Help: 

• Lead and manage a fast paced and high volume dock operation though a team of supervisors, lead hands, and front line employees. 
• Coach and develop team members using a positive attitude, collaboration, clear communication, and direction.  
• Make informed decisions based on safety, service, and productivity standards, with an understanding of company processes, policies and procedures. 
• Initiate and lead process and customer experience improvements, while meeting deadlines and controlling costs. 
• Understanding and use of key metrics used to manage terminal performance, including load factor, on-time delivery, LMS, and freight flow. 
• Recognize problems and work with others towards a practical and speedy resolution. 
• Leads teams of supervisors, lead hands and front line employees in a 24/7 environment. 
• Other related duties related as may be required. 

Your Skills and Experience: 

• Post-secondary education in transportation or logistics preferred.  A suitable level of practical experience may be considered in lieu of education. 
• Trained in the Transportation of Dangerous Goods 
• WHMIS certified. 
• 3-5 years’ experience in a terminal setting, preferably in the transportation industry. 
• Experience leading a team of front line employees, managers, and supervisors 
• Contributing to the development of and managing to an annual operating budget. 
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to get things done through others and people development. 
• Computer skills with MS Office products and web based programs.  Experience with AS400 a definite asset 
• Safety oriented 
• Good communication skills, verbal and written 
• Strong problem solving skills 
• Customer oriented 
• Ability to multi task and prioritize workload 
• English, other languages an asset 
• Bilingualism in English and French required for terminals located in the Province of Quebec. 

The Production Supervisor position is responsible for coordinating and direct the activities of the production department to maximize productivity and minimizing costs while maintaining quality. Primarily accountable for inspecting product to verify production specifications are met and train and supervise production personnel. Additional responsibilities include directing shift supervisors on production volume, quality standards, cost constraints and scheduling requirement ensuring effective utilization and maintenance of plant resources, recommend major equipment purchases.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

· Manage, initiate, and direct the activities of employee's and equipment.

· Allocating work to employees, setting production targets and communicating precise instructions.

· Ensure effective employee relations.

· Respond to employee concerns promptly and work with HR to resolve.

· Monitor and initiate training activities in their department and all related documentation.

· Works and ensures that all employees work in a safe manner, in a safe environment.

· Conduct employee meetings.

· Complete performance evaluations for their department as required.

· Perform weekly safety inspections, 5s inspections, Layered Audits.

· Complete tasks as assigned from Monthly Workplace Inspections.

· Participate in the corrective action process.

· Able to troubleshoot equipment.

· Speak with managers and supervisors to explain progress of jobs and to obtain instructions and tasks.

· Teach employees and less experienced workers to install new equipment, perform maintenance tasks and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults.

· Develop and plan employees’ days, schedule appointments and adjust schedules.

· Assume a wide variety of roles to coordinate job tasks with those of junior workers, co-workers and subcontractors.

Credentials

· High School Diploma or equivalent general education.

· Journeyman/woman trade certification in related field considered an asset.

· Minimum three years of machine shop experience and supervision experience considered an asset.

· Ability to operate and troubleshoot machines and equipment.

· Ability to use basic computer applications and software such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

· Able to read completed inspection forms to ensure all maintenance, repair and inspection tasks have been adequately completed by workers.

· Identify structures and locate dimensions in scale drawings.

Desired Characteristics

· Knowledge of applicable employment and safety legislation.

· Ability to continuously learn to keep up with new technologies, new products, new information and regulatory changes within industry.

What Linamar Has To Offer

· Opportunities for career advancement.

· Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.

· Social committees and sports teams.

· Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

What you'll do

• Teaching and training the dealer and management team on current Operations, Logistics, product flow Best Practices and Operational Excellences

• Developing the management team to have confidence in the knowledge and tools that are shared to support their teams’ progress and success.

• Building strong working relationships with the dealers to ensure consistent execution in our stores across the country

• Building strong cross functional relationships with other Corporate teams to help build and execute operational programs and efficiencies

• Influencing behaviours and change management across multiple levels of staff

• Hands on collaboration with store staff to implement programs and initiatives

• Consulting and developing future operational initiatives and programs to continue to drive operational efficiencies

• Accountable for management of selected stores to ensure communication to all stakeholders is upheld, and key milestones and targets are being met.

• Accountable for identifying and providing the tools/knowledge required for the store to successfully impact positive change

• Accountable for implementing Operation process agreed by the Dealer and DSM

• Tracking KPIs and measuring against established benchmarks to measure program progress/sustainment

• Ability to quickly establish working relationships with Dealer and their team working collaboratively towards a common goal.

• Understanding of modules/POGs, Floor Plans, Merchandising and Seasonal Changeover

• Establish solid relationships with the District Sales Managers (DSM) and other cross functional teams

What you bring

• 5+ years progressive Canadian Tire retail experience or equivalent (SM/GM)

• Highly energetic with the ability to motivate others.

• Flexible and ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment

• Strong knowledge in logistics, warehouse management or receiving processes

• Comfortable managing people and building strong relationships with team

• Ability to influence and negotiate

• Demonstrated ability to deliver results

• Must be comfortable presenting and have highly effective interpersonal and communication skills

• Strong business acumen and decision-making skills

• Knowledge and experience with Frontier Reporting

• Fluent with MS Office products, PowerPoint and other technology

• Project Management experience

• Valid Canadian driver’s license and personal vehicle

• Experience with AutoCAD is an asset

Extensive Travel is required across Canada for this role.

Job Summary: As a member of the BGIS Sustainable Cleaning Solutions Team, you will be responsible for a designated zone of job sites contracted for service. You will oversee the execution of duties and ensure all aspects of the client contract are being fulfilled, with an emphasis on quality control, health and safety & striving to exceed client expectations.

Key Responsibilities: Functioning as a core member of the operations team and in support to the Director of Operations the Cleaning Inspector will:

• Ensure client accounts are provided with a high level of service through supervision and coordination of activities by cleaners and Subcontractors
• Maintain operational continuity at job sites and attend to any day time emergencies
• Respond quickly and efficiently to all operational requests
• Report any safety or security issues to Operations department
• Perform internal audits, prepare reports of findings, and maintain records of corrective actions
• Inspect facilities to ensure safety and cleanliness standards are met
• Coordinate, review and report on the field quality inspections to ensure safety, security and cleanliness
• Execute action plans and follow up on deficiencies as outlined in quality inspections to resolve all facility issues efficiently
• Follow up with cleaners and Subcontractors to ensure they are completing all required tasks and are in compliance with relevant legislation, standard criteria and corporate policies.
• Ensure Subcontractors and cleaners are cleared/ trained through all security protocols
• Train cleaners and Subcontractors in performing duties
• Maintain work/periodic schedules according to client needs
• Demonstrate the values of the company and lead by example at all times in order to cultivate a culture of quality and best practices
• Monitor absences, turnover and ensure flexible cover arrangements within short notice
• Track inventory and equipment
• Protect company’s and clients assets from misuse and damage
• Handle and assist with emergency procedures accordingly and as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• 2+ years of applicable experience in a Cleaning/ Service related field
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written format with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Professional, courteous, approachable manner with a "can-do" attitude
• Valid Ontario driver's license and own vehicle
• Familiarity with janitorial/battery operated equipment
• Intermediate computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Software 
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment to accomplish multiple goals
• Excellent time management and problem solving skills/ must adhere to tight deadlines/respond quickly to situations/be able to effectively execute solutions
• Self-disciplined and accountable with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize work effectively and meet multiple deadlines.
• Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy

Physical demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk and talk or hear. The employee is required to use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed in a client site setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the operations of his/her shift team.

Available schedule: Friday, Saturday and Sunday (5:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.)

Salary:  $31.90. Please note that there are 2 salary increases per year with a target rate of $35.45/h.

We support and care for our employees and their families by offering:

• Vacation upon hiring;

• Generous and comprehensive group insurance;

• Group pension plan with employer contribution;

• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families;

• Share capital with employer contribution;

• Generous allowance for parental leave;

• Paid leave; sickness, mobile and volunteer leave;

• Possibility to contribute to group RRSPs and TFSAs

• Training and development programs;

• Activities organized for employees and their families;

• Special discounts on our products;

Contributing in this role means:

• Transporting inter-factory goods with 53-foot trailer trucks;

• Carry out trailer movements within the yards of our distribution centers and factories;

• Carry out administrative tasks related to delivery activities;

• Carry out daily management of the weekend team and resolve minor issues;

• Plan and distribute transportation to the team of drivers on their shift, ensuring the quality of service to internal and external customers;

• Carry out equipment maintenance follow-ups jointly with the supervisor and coordinators;

• Collaborate with the supervisor in various continuous improvement projects of the department;

• Perform any other related tasks as required.

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The qualifications sought are:

In addition to having the qualifications required for the position of driver (class 1 MF), the candidate must:

• Possess good leadership and communication skills and promote teamwork;

• Have a proactive approach and be autonomous;

• Have a spirit of initiative and excellent work organization skills;

• Have a good command of the MDGs;

• Have a good experience on Isaac electronic worksheet system.

We are committed to the principle of employment equity. Saputo supports diversity at the heart of its operations and invites candidates from all backgrounds to be part of the family.

What you’ll do

Customer Service

• Provides leadership to the team, consistently coaches, and follows up to ensure the delivery of the service model standards are provided to each customer.
• Leads the B2B Mark’s Commercial Business function including order entry and management and coaching team to ensure accurate and timely ordering and delivery to customer.
• Provide exceptional omni-channel experience by offering in-store eCommerce sales and fulfilling eCommerce orders within defined service levels.
• Support the customer experience through timely processing and movement of inventory to the salesfloor.

Operations

• Implement, communicate, and ensure compliance with all operating procedures, processes, and policies.
• Manage scheduling and follow up of execution on shipping /receiving, eCommerce fulfillment operations, cash management, and operations systems & compliance.
• Assists in preparation and execution of annual inventories.
• Follows and ensures compliance of all corporate LP, cash and audit, and OH&S policies and procedures.
• Assumes responsibility for all operations of the store in the absence of the Store Manager.

Training

• Provides leadership to the team and consistently coaches and follows up to ensure the delivery the service model standards are provided to each customer.
• Creates and communicates execution of Daily Game Plan for operations activities.
• Communicates in a clear and concise manner to team, leading effective Shift Starter meetings / coaching sessions.
• Follows up with the team to complete required training within timeframes.

Leadership

• Acts as a brand ambassador by promoting brands and culture.
• Continually motivates team and performance through recognition programs, store contests, customer compliments, etc.
• Maintain Mark’s performance management expectations including progressive discipline where necessary.
• Follows the disciplinary process consistently and impartially.
• Promotes and maintains a positive and motivating work environment (safe, inclusive, and empowering).

What you’ll bring

• Proven ability to coach, mentor and develop department team and store team, through setting expectations, communication, coaching, feedback, and ongoing support.
• Proven ability to build and manage a daily, weekly plan for the department and store.
• Exceptional communication skills and organizational skills
• Superior training and mentoring skills
• 3-5 years retail experience required.
• High energy, enthusiasm, and a drive to succeed.
• Basic computer skills required.

At Canadian Tire Group of Companies, we believe in fostering an environment of transparency. A place where your contributions are recognized, valued, and fairly rewarded and salary is determined based on a combination of factors including individual experience, store volume, location, and other relevant role-specific requirements. Beyond a competitive base salary of $xx to $xx, you'll enjoy company benefits, bonuses, or any additional compensation.

Supervise overall dock operations, including day to day processes and procedures, Drivers, and Dock Workers, to ensure safety and optimal dock performance.

How You’ll Help

• Provide daily guidance and motivation to Dock Workers (employees and agency workers), Administration staff and Drivers (company and broker drivers) to ensure achievement of operational objectives for the terminal. 
• Escalates issues of individual poor performance, inappropriate behavior, absenteeism, etc. to the Regional Manager. 
• Communicate monthly performance stats to the team to help measure, develop and improve operational performance.
• Maintain policies and procedures and ensure compliance with federal and provincial transportation, safety, and employment legislation.
• Ensure all incidents (personal injuries, transportation collisions, spills, near misses, etc.) are promptly reported, documented, an investigation is initiated and corrective/preventative measures are implemented.
• Hold effective, weekly tailgate meetings and ensure safety issues are addressed.
• Works with the team and others, internal and external to the terminal, to resolve roadblocks to achievement of daily operational objectives.
• Ensure the schedule for the terminal is followed.     
• Work with the Terminal Manager to track monthly performance stats for the dock.
• Other duties as required

Your Skills & Experience: 

• Provide daily guidance and motivation to Dock Workers (employees and agency workers), Administration staff and Drivers (company and broker drivers) to ensure achievement of operational objectives for the terminal. 
• Escalates issues of individual poor performance, inappropriate behavior, absenteeism, etc. to the Hub Manager. 
• Coach and develop team members using a positive attitude, collaboration, clear communication, and direction.
• Leads a team of supervisors, lead hands and front-line employees in a 24/7 environment.
• Communicate monthly performance stats to the team to help measure, develop and improve operational performance.
• Understanding and use of key metrics used to manage terminal performance, including load factor, on time closes and on time delivery and freight flow. 
• Maintain policies and procedures and ensure compliance with federal and provincial transportation, safety, and employment legislation.
• Ensure all incidents (personal injuries, transportation collisions, spills, near misses, etc.) are promptly reported, documented, an investigation is initiated, and corrective/preventative measures are implemented.
• Hold effective, weekly tailgate meetings and ensure safety issues are addressed.
• Works with the team and others, internal and external to the terminal, to resolve roadblocks to achievement of daily operational objectives.
• Ensure the schedule for the terminal is followed.     
• Work with the Hub Manager to track monthly performance stats for the dock.
• Other duties as required.

As the Operations Supervisor, you are responsible for supervising the operation of delivery of dedicated freight to meet contractual requirements in a 24-hour, Monday through Saturday service including daily dock operations, reverse dock operations, and on-site customer dock operations, drivers, fleet & fleet maintenance, and dispatch. 

How You’ll Help: 

• Provide daily guidance and motivation to Dock Workers (employees and agency workers) and Drivers (company and broker drivers) to ensure achievement of operational objectives for the terminal.  
• Escalates issues of individual poor performance, inappropriate behaviour, absenteeism, etc. to the Terminal Manager.  
• Communicate monthly performance stats to the team to help measure, develop and improve operational performance. 
• Maintain policies and procedures and ensure compliance with federal and provincial transportation, safety, and employment legislation. 
• Ensure all incidents (personal injuries, transportation collisions, spills, near misses, etc.) are promptly reported, documented, an investigation is initiated and corrective/preventative measures are implemented. 
• Hold effective, weekly tailgate meetings and ensure safety issues are addressed. 
• Works with the team and others, internal and external to the terminal, to resolve roadblocks to achievement of daily operational objectives. 
• Ensure the schedule for the terminal is followed.   
• Work with the Terminal Manager to track monthly performance stats for the dock. 
• Supervises a group of Drivers and Dock Workers, both employee and contractor/agency, directly and indirectly through Lead Hands. 
• Other duties as required 

Your Skills and Experience: 

• Post-secondary education, preferably in operations, logistics, or business 
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered 
• Minimum of five years’ experience in the transportation industry 
• Previous leadership experience and/or experience in the transportation industry are strong assets 
• Strong leadership skills specifically the ability to motivate and drive engagement to achieve objectives, facilitate conflict resolution, and to provide training 
• Advanced communication skills, particularly verbal 
• Computer skills, including the use of MS Word, Excel & Outlook, and web based programs as well as RF scanners.  Experience using AS400, a strong asset 
• Strong interpersonal skills including customer focus 
• Results driven 
• Appropriate sense of urgency 
• Strong sense of safety; training and experience in similar safety sense environments a strong asset 
• Knowledge of industry-related equipment, including forklifts, lift jacks, trailers, etc. a strong asset 
• English, other languages an asset. 

The Manager, Operations is responsible for operations and budget management, service delivery management, project management, client relationship management, health and safety, and emergency preparedness and business continuity for an assigned portfolio.

At this position level, the individual is responsible for:

• Highly complex service delivery; and/or
• Multiple client accounts and/or significant service delivery regime in a single, complex client; and/or
• Contract requirements that are highly complex; and/or
• Direct reports may include Team Development Managers, Team Leads, Facility Services Coordinators and Technicians

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

People Leadership

Demonstrates strong, competent leadership for team members to guide them in reaching their full potential and meeting their objectives, which supports achievement of our corporate goals. Specifically, these responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Full involvement with recruiting talent.
• Provides mentoring, coaching and guidance to all team members.
• Objectively recommends compensation adjustments.
• Manages all aspects of performance.

For the assigned portfolio:

Portfolio Management

• Manages service delivery to a portfolio of client accounts or a single client account of sufficient magnitude and/or complexity.
• Responsible for ensuring KPI objectives are met. 
• Creates, implements and documents service delivery regimes associated with each client account. 
• Collaborates with relevant concerned parties (internal and external) on service delivery including the management of all escalated issues
• Oversees the implementation of service delivery program changes as required.
• Oversees service delivery activities and performance of internal Team Members.  Ensures work is completed on time, safely and meet quality requirements.
• Continuously seeks ways to gain greater efficiencies through activities such as recommending and implementing best practices, collaborating with internal teams to implement sustainable practices and improvement initiatives, utilizing internal Technicians wherever possible, etc.
• Collaborates with relevant concerned parties to optimize assigned portfolio and continuously create value for the client.

Service Delivery Management

• Responsible for meeting contractual service delivery obligations for each designated client environment
• Resolves problems and/or conflicts and maintains open communication with the client account team and specific clients including providing regular written and oral reports to in response to escalations
• Recommends solutions and implements appropriate actions for issues
• Monitors service delivery performance against established metrics/key performance indicators.  Identifies gaps, develops and executes corrective action plans to ensure all objectives are met.
• Monitors service delivery to ensure within agreed upon scope and escalates to senior management, where required.
• Provides on-call coverage to front-line team which requires open availability
• Continuously seeks ways to gain greater efficiencies through activities such as recommending and implementing best practices, collaborating with internal teams to implement sustainable practices and improvement initiatives

Client Relationship Management

• Develops and maintains effective relationships with clients. Ensures ongoing client satisfaction.
• Acts as the focal point of escalation for issues pertaining to service delivery.

Risk Management, Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity Planning and Execution

• Develops and executes emergency preparedness, risk management, disaster recovery and business continuity plans
• Collaborates with relevant concerned parties on incident management-related requirements 

Health, Safety, Environment & Security

• Acts as the focal point of contact and collaborates with Environmental, Health, Safety and Security Team to ensure ongoing compliance with all health and safety related legislation and requirements. 
• Monitors and is responsible for the safe delivery of all work performed within office and remote locations.

Project Management (including Client Transitions & Technology Implementations/Upgrades)

• Develops and executes project plans for assigned projects.
• Oversees project delivery; and/or 
• Participates as a member of the Operations Centre team in large company-wide projects. 
• Liaises with relevant concerned parties to ensure projects are delivered with minimum disruptions to service delivery.

Budget Development & Management

• Responsible for meeting budget for assigned service delivery team.
• Liaises with relevant operations team members and Finance team for reports to monitor expenses. 
• Reviews and approves expenditures.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensures all regulatory compliance requirements have been performed and all related documentations are created and maintained

Procurement

• Collaborates with Procurement and Supply Chain Administration teams to source and qualify vendors, source and procure goods and services used by the internal teams in the performance of duties.
• Ensures the availability of an adequate inventory of tools and other supplies to operate the facilities

• Skilled at managing service delivery and meeting client obligations
• Skilled at emergency preparedness and business continuity planning and execution 
• Intermediate budget management abilities 
• Well-developed communication, influence, persuasion and negotiation skills
• Superior written communication skills 
• Skilled at client relationship management 
• Developed and demonstrated people leadership skills 
• High degree of client service orientation and sense of urgency
• Skilled at delivering projects 
• Solid level knowledge of health and safety requirements. Possesses a high degree of safety mindset
• Possesses a continuous improvement and quality mindset and seeks to continuously improve processes and incorporate best practices where applicable. 
• Maintains current knowledge of contact centre service services best practices.
• Solid level knowledge of building management from the perspective of responding to repair requests 
• Community college diploma
• Minimum of 5 years of facility management work experience

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

One or more of the following – preferred: 

• 4th Class Power Engineer