Warehouse Manager

Warehouse Manager

Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years of experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low-acid and high-acid beverages and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business that prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market.

A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to...

• Build a career, not just have a job.
• Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals.
• Become part of a teamwork-focused culture.
• Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path.

Reports to: Director – Supply Chain/Finance

Responsibilities:

• Oversee warehouse team and provide support as needed.
• Oversee the efficient operation of the yard, warehouse, and all vehicles.
• Provide inventory management in the best overall economic interest of the company.
• Oversee daily and monthly inventory counts.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, ensuring no product leaves, or enters warehouse without the necessary paperwork.
• Assisting loading and dispatching of customer applicators
• Provide additional oversight to the maintenance of equipment.
• Determine the storage location of products.
• Completes Hazardous Material shipping papers and train drivers, warehouse helpers and customers about transportation rules and regulations.
• Oversee and participate in the receiving, shipping, and storing of inventory items.
• Ensures that all parts are in stock, maintains proper inventory.
• Maintain the warehouse in a clean, orderly, safe and secure condition.
• Observe all safety rules and promote a safe working environment with team members.
• Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
• Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
• Other duties as assigned.

Profile:

• Secondary education in Supply Chain or related field preferred
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in warehouse or any other related field.
• Previous experience in the food/beverage manufacturing industry preferred.
• Must have a valid and current forklift license.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Suite of Applications), and instructional software
• Skill in organization, analysis, time management, and the ability to meet deadlines for multiple tasks
• Good interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Why Join Us

We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 25-years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.

Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.