Warehouse Supervisor (Afternoon Shift)
Location: Mississauga, ON
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Shift: Afternoon Shift – 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Join a Growing Transportation Company
Galaxy Freightline Inc. is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to lead our afternoon shift operations at our busy Mississauga cross-dock facility.
This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing warehouse operations during our evening transportation window. The successful candidate will lead a team, manage freight movement, ensure operational priorities are met, and maintain a safe and efficient warehouse environment.
If you have experience in transportation, LTL freight, cross-dock operations, and leading warehouse teams, we want to hear from you.
About the Role
Galaxy Freightline operates a high-volume cross-dock facility handling:
- Less-than-Truckload (LTL) freight
- Full Truckload (FTL) freight
- Freight consolidation and deconsolidation
- 53' dry vans
- Rail containers
- Straight trucks
The Afternoon Shift Warehouse Supervisor will oversee operations from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM, ensuring freight continues to move efficiently after the daytime operations team has completed their shift.
This position works closely with the Chief Operating Officer, Operations Manager, Customer Service Manager, Claims Representative, Dispatch, and Drivers to ensure freight is handled safely, accurately, and on schedule.
What You'll Do
As Warehouse Supervisor, Afternoon Shift, you will:
- Lead and supervise afternoon/evening warehouse operations.
- Manage warehouse employees, forklift operators, and dock staff.
- Coordinate inbound and outbound freight movement.
- Oversee LTL and FTL freight handling.
- Manage freight consolidation and deconsolidation activities.
- Ensure trailers are loaded and unloaded safely and efficiently.
- Prioritize freight based on operational requirements and departure schedules.
- Maintain warehouse organization and productivity.
- Ensure freight is properly staged for overnight and next-day operations.
- Coach, train, and develop warehouse employees.
- Promote a strong safety culture.
- Monitor freight quality and prevent damage.
- Address operational issues and escalate when required.
- Complete end-of-shift communication and reporting.
- Ensure a smooth handoff to the next operating period.
Leadership Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
- Providing direction and support to warehouse employees.
- Assigning daily tasks and priorities.
- Monitoring employee performance and productivity.
- Coaching employees to improve performance.
- Promoting accountability and teamwork.
- Ensuring employees follow company procedures.
- Supporting employee training and development.
Safety & Quality Responsibilities
You will:
- Maintain a safe working environment.
- Ensure compliance with company safety policies.
- Monitor safe forklift and equipment operation.
- Ensure proper PPE usage.
- Investigate freight damage and operational issues.
- Identify opportunities to reduce handling errors.
- Maintain warehouse cleanliness and organization.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of warehouse experience within transportation or logistics.
- 3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience.
- Experience in a cross-dock environment.
- Experience handling LTL freight.
- Strong understanding of freight movement and warehouse operations.
- Ability to work independently and make operational decisions.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing a transportation warehouse team.
- Experience with freight consolidation/deconsolidation.
- Experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
- Forklift certification.
- TDG certification.
What Makes You Successful
The ideal candidate:
Takes ownership of their shift and operations.
Leads by example.
Can make decisions without constant supervision.
Understands the importance of freight accuracy and damage prevention.
Keeps employees engaged and productive.
Communicates effectively with both warehouse staff and management.
Enjoys solving problems and improving processes.
Why Join Galaxy Freightline?
At Galaxy Freightline, we are building a strong operational team focused on safety, service, and continuous improvement.
We offer:
- Competitive salary
- Health and dental benefits
- Paid vacation
- Stable full-time employment
- Career growth opportunities
- Supportive leadership team
- Opportunity to make a direct impact in a growing transportation company
Schedule
Afternoon Shift
Monday to Friday
3:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Additional hours may be required based on operational demands.
Apply Today
If you are an experienced warehouse leader who enjoys working in a fast-paced transportation environment and wants to help build an efficient, safety-focused operation, apply today and join the Galaxy Freightline team.
Pay: $60,000.00-$80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Mississauga, ON L4T 3M6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have supervising a transportation warehouse or cross-dock operation?
- What experience do you have handling LTL freight and freight consolidation in a fast-paced warehouse environment?
- What do you believe are the biggest differences between managing a day shift and an afternoon shift warehouse operation?
- Describe your leadership style and how you keep employees productive and accountable during a busy shift.
- A damaged shipment is discovered during loading. How would you handle the situation and prevent it from happening again?
Experience:
- Warehouse : 5 years (required)
- Supervisory/Leadership: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
