PM Operations Supervisor
Surrey, BC, Canada
Full Time
non-driving
Manager/Supervisor
Job Summary:
Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. is looking for a highly motivated and organized individual to join our team as a full-time Operations Supervisor out of our Surrey terminal. The successful candidate will be responsible for aiding in Warehouse Operations at our terminal. This role will play a key role in ensuring the efficient and effective movement of freight while meeting operational goals and contributing to a positive working environment and culture. This position will report directly to the Dock Manager. The shift for this position is from Sunday to Thursday (Sunday 6am-4:30pm, Monday-Thurs 2pm-12:30am)
About Us:
Van-Kam Freightways Ltd (Van Kam) is one of the largest regional carriers in Western Canada specializing in less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation. With 8 terminal locations across British Columbia, we fulfill shipments to communities within 1-3 days throughout BC and Alberta. Between our own resources and our partner network, our coverage extends beyond Western Canada into the U.S. and Eastern Canada.
Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Training and Experience:
Preferred Qualifications:
Why Work for Van Kam?
There is a reason over 30% of our staff have been with us for more than 10 years!
Van Kam was founded more than 75 years ago in 1947 by Robert Henry Sr. To this day, Van Kam remains family owned and operated with the third generation leading into the future. Headquartered in BC with over 550 dedicated staff members, our continuous success is rooted in acknowledging every customer’s unique needs and applying our understanding of supply chain challenges to develop custom solutions to overcome them.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to unite communities and improve lives. It's the root of what makes us tick and is central to our actions. Whether it's our employees, customers, or the citizens within the communities we serve, we have a lasting impact on their lives, and it is "why" we exist.
Our Values
Develop, Care, Achieve
In order to unite communities and improve lives we need a team of talented and dedicated individuals. Are you one of them? If so, we want to hear from you!
#INDHP
Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. is looking for a highly motivated and organized individual to join our team as a full-time Operations Supervisor out of our Surrey terminal. The successful candidate will be responsible for aiding in Warehouse Operations at our terminal. This role will play a key role in ensuring the efficient and effective movement of freight while meeting operational goals and contributing to a positive working environment and culture. This position will report directly to the Dock Manager. The shift for this position is from Sunday to Thursday (Sunday 6am-4:30pm, Monday-Thurs 2pm-12:30am)
About Us:
Van-Kam Freightways Ltd (Van Kam) is one of the largest regional carriers in Western Canada specializing in less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation. With 8 terminal locations across British Columbia, we fulfill shipments to communities within 1-3 days throughout BC and Alberta. Between our own resources and our partner network, our coverage extends beyond Western Canada into the U.S. and Eastern Canada.
Responsibilities:
- Supervision & Leadership
- Lead and supervise dock workers and shunt drivers
- Provide guidance, training, and support to meet performance expectations.
- Set and communicate performance expectations, conduct evaluations, and address issues including tracking and managing employee attendance.
- Promote engagement with company values.
- Operational Efficiency
- Coordinate and prioritize loading and unloading freight to optimize efficiency.
- Monitor workflow to ensure trailers close on time and communicate any delays.
- Ensure priority and overnight freight is offloaded and sent as planned, addressing any issues.
- Implement strategies to improve operational efficiency.
- Complete and submit daily shift reports.
- Use heated trailers on specific lanes when necessary.
- Safety Compliance
- Conduct regular shift briefings on safety topics and operations updates.
- Investigate and report safety incidents, implementing corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Handle DG shipments according to Transport Canada and company policy.
- Participate in OH&S committees and monthly inspections.
- Ensure safe and damage-free loading and securement within trailers.
- Problem Solving
- Identify operational challenges and implement solutions.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issues promptly.
- Foster a problem-solving mindset within the team.
- Address customer concerns and inquiries professionally.
- Training & Development
- Identify training needs and coordinate sessions for the team.
- Support continuous learning and skill development for dock workers.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement.
- Ad-Hoc Duties
- Handle freight with care to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude.
- Assist the Claims department as needed.
- Coordinate trailer movement in the yard to dock doors.
- Other duties as required
Required Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance requirements in the transportation industry.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Ability to work flexible hours to cover AM and PM vacations.
- Regular shifts for this position are 10-hour days / 50-hour work weeks.
Training and Experience:
- A minimum of 5 years of warehouse management experience is required.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications and the ability to navigate technology efficiently is required,
- Transportation experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- AS400 experience is preferred.
Why Work for Van Kam?
There is a reason over 30% of our staff have been with us for more than 10 years!
- Work-life balance. We treat our customers like friends and our employees like family. As a family-owned company, we understand the importance of work-life balance which is why we offer competitive time-off benefits and commit to providing a balanced schedule for our drivers – so they can spend less time on the road and more time with the ones they love.
- Competitive wages. We offer competitive wages and are committed to staying competitive within our industry.
- Benefits. We cover 100% of our employees benefit premiums and contribute to a company funded pension plan. Enjoy the benefits, all while keeping more of your paycheck in your pocket.
- Development. True to our values, we are committed to helping our employees succeed. Whether it is through career growth and advancement opportunities or investing in your training and education, we are here to support you along the way.
- We care about the things that matter to you. We regularly send out surveys to our employees to understand their experiences and learn how we can make their time at work better. We work hard to have an open-door management policy and cultivate an environment that welcomes and supports new ideas and ways of doing things.
- Make a difference. Trucking is vital to our communities. Here at Van Kam, we serve a broad range of industries from forestry and mining to retail, food, and auto. Come to work every day knowing you are making a difference and contributing to our purpose of uniting communities and improving lives.
- Giving Back. Van Kam supports over 25 non-profit organization and local charities each year through both financial contributions and volunteer efforts. We also match employee donations up to $150 per employee, per year to ensure we can support the organizations that matter to you.
- Environmental Sustainability. We have Green Initiative programs to limit our carbon footprint which include things like governing road speeds to reduce fuel consumption, equipping new tractors with clean emissions technology and investing in technology to limit paper use, just to name a few!
Van Kam was founded more than 75 years ago in 1947 by Robert Henry Sr. To this day, Van Kam remains family owned and operated with the third generation leading into the future. Headquartered in BC with over 550 dedicated staff members, our continuous success is rooted in acknowledging every customer’s unique needs and applying our understanding of supply chain challenges to develop custom solutions to overcome them.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to unite communities and improve lives. It's the root of what makes us tick and is central to our actions. Whether it's our employees, customers, or the citizens within the communities we serve, we have a lasting impact on their lives, and it is "why" we exist.
Our Values
Develop, Care, Achieve
In order to unite communities and improve lives we need a team of talented and dedicated individuals. Are you one of them? If so, we want to hear from you!
#INDHP
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