Shipping And Receiving Associate Jobs in Surrey, BC

Overview of key responsibilities - Logistics Supervisor

 / IDENTIFICATION   
JOB DESCRIPTION  
JOB TITLE: Logistics Supervisor 
FAMILY: Supply Chain 
SUB-FAMILY: LOGISTICS 
JOB TITLE: Shipping & Receiving Supervisor 

II/ AIM OF THE POSITION   
Latecoere Aerostructures Canada (Avcorp Industries) currently has an opportunity for an experienced Logistics 
Supervisor. Reporting to the Materials Manager, this incumbent will be responsible for supervising union employees, 
planning and assigning work, implementing policies and procedures and recommending improvements in processes, 
procedures and working conditions. 

Immediate superior: Materials Lead 
Functional manager: General Manager 

III/ MISSIONS AND ACTIVITIES 
Overview of key responsibilities - Shipping & Receiving Supervisor 

1. Team Leadership & Daily Operations 
Manage and direct material handlers in the Shipping and Receiving department, including hiring, training, 
coaching, performance management, and disciplinary actions  
Oversee day-to-day shipping, receiving, and receiving inspection activities to ensure safe, accurate, and 
timely processing of materials  
Assign and manage daily priorities to support production schedules and operational requirements  
Track attendance, absenteeism, and timekeeping for assigned personnel  
Promote strong employee relations, engagement, and accountability across the team 

2. Shipping, Receiving & Material Flow 
Ensure accurate receipt, verification, and recording of incoming shipments, including proper documentation 
in ERP/WMS systems  
Oversee preparation, packaging, and shipment of outgoing materials in accordance with customer and 
company requirements  
Manage internal material movement between dock, stock, and production areas to support operational flow  
Ensure effective dock operations, including loading and unloading of trucks and carrier coordination  
Support receiving inspection processes and work with quality teams to minimize delays and discrepancies 

3. Inventory Control & Systems Accuracy 
Maintain accuracy of inventory transactions and shipping/receiving records within ERP system 
Manage min/max levels of shipping supplies based on operational and customer requirements  
Ensure traceability, accuracy, and integrity of all material movements  

4. Logistics, Freight & Cost Management 
Negotiate freight rates and develop relationships with logistics partners and carriers  
Support freight consolidation initiatives to reduce overall transportation costs  
Monitor and control freight, duties, and brokerage expenses against budget  
Identify opportunities for improved logistics efficiency and cost savings  

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Production Support 
Collaborate with production, supply chain, and quality teams to support daily priorities and resolve material 
shortages  
Provide regular status updates on shipments, shortages, and receiving issues impacting production  
Coordinate with supplier quality to reduce delays and ensure smooth incoming material flow  

6. Compliance, Safety & Workplace Standards 
Ensure compliance with all applicable transportation, safety, security, and regulatory requirements 
Support accident investigations and enforce safe work practices within the department  
Maintain 5S standards and promote a clean, organized, and safe work environment  
Ensure proper use and maintenance of material handling equipment and dock operations 

7. Continuous Improvement & Reporting 
Contribute to development and improvement of shipping and receiving processes and procedures  
Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, 5S, Kaizen) to improve efficiency and productivity  
Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time shipping and receiving, accuracy, 
and cost performance 

8. Business Impact & Leadership Accountability 
Provide leadership to achieve targets in safety, quality, cost, productivity, and morale  
Make operational and personnel decisions within scope of responsibility 
Ensure shipping and receiving operations fully support customer delivery commitments (e.g., Boeing or 
other key customers 

IV/ SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION 
Integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information 
Strong time management and follow-through 
Ability to work independently with guidance and ask questions when needed 
Continuous-improvement mindset 
Certificate or diploma in logistics, supply chain management, warehousing, or business administration. 
Associate or bachelor's degree. 
Work is performed in an office and manufacturing setting; appropriate PPE may be required 
Ability to walk the production floor and stand for short periods during inspections or observations 
May require occasional lifting of light items (e.g., binders, PPE supplies)