About this role
*Company overview*
*Five Corners Meat Co.* is a member of the *Donald's Fine Foods Group of Companies*, a family-owned and operated Canadian organization specializing in meat procurement, processing, value-added production, and distribution. With operations across Western Canada, Donald?s Fine Foods has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality meat products while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, customer service, integrity, and operational excellence.
Operating from its facility in Edmonton, Alberta, Five Corners Meat Co. produces high-quality fresh and value-added meat products for retail, foodservice, and international customers. As part of the Donald?s Fine Foods network, the company works collaboratively with processing and distribution facilities throughout British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan to ensure customers receive safe, high-quality products and reliable service.
*Responsibilities*
*Leadership & Employee Relations*
* Lead, coach, and engage unionized warehouse, shipping, and receiving employees to achieve operational objectives. * Provide daily direction, training, performance coaching, and development opportunities to team members. * Conduct performance reviews and manage attendance, performance, and discipline in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and company policies. * Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative work environment. * Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
*Warehouse Operations*
* Oversee all warehouse activities, including receiving, inventory control, storage, picking, shipping, and product movement. * Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are processed accurately, safely, on time, and in full. * Coordinate workflow and staffing requirements to meet operational demands and customer expectations. * Monitor warehouse capacity, product flow, and storage practices to maximize efficiency and space utilization. * Investigate and resolve shipment discrepancies, inventory variances, and operational issues.
*Inventory Management*
* Maintain accurate inventory records through cycle counts, inventory audits, and reconciliation processes. * Ensure proper storage, rotation, and handling of raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods. * Work closely with Production, Planning, and Procurement teams to ensure inventory availability while minimizing waste and excess stock. * Analyze inventory performance and implement corrective actions to improve accuracy and inventory control.
*Safety, Food Safety & Quality*
* Ensure compliance with all Occupational Health & Safety regulations, company safety policies, and safe work practices. * Lead safety initiatives and promote a culture focused on incident prevention. * Ensure compliance with HACCP, CFIA, BRC, customer requirements, and company food safety policies. * Maintain warehouse operations in an audit-ready condition. * Ensure all products and materials are handled, stored, and shipped according to quality and food safety standards.
*Customer Service & Operational Performance*
* Collaborate with internal and external customers to ensure service expectations are met. * Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, inventory accuracy, productivity, and customer service. * Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions as required. * Manage warehouse labor and operating costs within established budgets. * Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product flow throughout the facility.
*Qualifications*
* Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field is preferred. * Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience will be considered. * Minimum *3-5 years of supervisory experience* in warehouse, shipping, receiving, or logistics operations. * Experience working in a *manu