Warehouse Manager
Dawn Staffing Solutions Inc · Brampton, Ontario, Canada
Apply & track with Apply EdgeWe are looking for an experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee warehouse operations within a food processing/manufacturing environment located near Brampton, ON. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in inventory management, food safety, team leadership, and warehouse operations.Pay - $100k-$130kKey ResponsibilitiesManage day-to-day warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping. Maintain accurate inventory levels and ensure proper stock rotation using FIFO/FEFO principles. Ensure proper handling and storage of raw materials, ingredients, packaging materials, and finished food products. Monitor temperature-controlled and refrigerated storage areas where required. Maintain compliance with food safety, hygiene, HACCP, GMP, and workplace safety standards. Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with production, purchasing, logistics, and transportation teams. Conduct regular inventory counts, cycle counts, and investigate inventory discrepancies. Optimize warehouse layout, storage capacity, material flow, and overall operational efficiency. Lead, train, schedule, and supervise warehouse employees, forklift operators, and material handlers. Ensure accurate completion of receiving, shipping, inventory, and traceability documentation. Monitor warehouse KPIs such as inventory accuracy, order accuracy, productivity, shrinkage, and on-time shipments. Work closely with the production team to ensure timely availability of raw materials and packaging supplies. Ensure proper segregation and identification of allergens, damaged goods, expired products, and non-conforming materials. Maintain clean, organized, and pest-free warehouse facilities. Support audits and maintain records required for food safety and regulatory compliance. Identify process improvements that reduce waste, costs, product damage, and downtime. Qualifications & Experience3 5+ years of warehouse management experience, preferably in a food processing, food manufacturing, or FMCG environment. Strong knowledge of CFIA food safety requirements and Preventive Control Plans (PCP). Experience managing warehouse teams and daily operations. Strong knowledge of FIFO/FEFO, inventory control, traceability, and product handling. Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, food safety, and sanitation requirements. Experience with ERP/WMS systems and inventory management software. Forklift/warehouse equipment experience is an asset. Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and flexible shifts as required.