Operations Coordinator

Why you’ll love Canada Cartage

An iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals, cross-docks, and distribution centers, we are one of Canada’s largest and most trusted supply chain service providers. Driven to exceed customer expectations, and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.

We work with intelligent and focused leaders who are driven to create an outstanding customer experience in partnership with Canadian leading brands. Canada Cartage is deep rooted in family values with an entrepreneurial culture where ideas are welcomed, growth is fostered and high performance is championed. A recognized thought leader and founded in 1914, Canada Cartage dominates the industry by delivering innovative fleet solutions.

Position Summary

The Operations Coordinator is primarily responsible for providing operational leadership to customers, dispatch, and drivers in the terminal, reporting into the Operations Manager. This position will assist with contract start-up, maintaining effective customer and driver relations. You will also support the ongoing development and implementation of the Company's business plan, while maintaining cost efficient operations.

Location: Brampton, On

Schedule: 40 hours, Mon-Fri

What you will do

Timely and effective answers to equipment and driver concerns, hands on management of dock/driver and warehouse operations.

Manage company drivers within a mix of agreements and policies including CBA, corporate policy and owner operators while enforcing safety and progressive discipline to maintain high customer service standard and good standing of the company CVOR.

Investigate incidents/accidents and personal injuries.

Assist Payroll and Billing team in obtaining necessary documents, information and system accuracy to complete payroll and billing within weekly timelines.

Oversee and promotes safety activities to include ensuring compliance with company's safety policy, employee training and reporting

Manage daily/ monthly/ annual reports, participate in reviews and meetings.

What You’ll Bring

1-2 years

High school diploma

Experience in a warehouse or transportation environment is preferred

Along with the following Skills & Competencies:

Excellent leadership and analytical skills

MS Office proficiency necessary, knowledge of a dispatch software system

Demonstrated strong and effective communication skills both written and oral

Ability to multi-task, work independently and employ effective time management skills

Why people love working for Canada Cartage

Cohesive team and a positive, hard-working atmosphere.

Meaningful opportunities for career growth.

Company-wide recognition initiatives designed to recognize employees when they demonstrate outstanding customer service, teamwork and our core values.

Perks - discounted hotels, car rentals, entertainment, gym memberships, phone plans, electronics, to name a few

Fun events throughout the year, like summer barbeques and driver-appreciation week that regularly bring us together.

We give back to the communities in which we operate by volunteering and donating to local charities.

We are a strong company that weathers the storm through pandemics and recessionary periods, so that we can benefit from good economic environments.

We are a top employer!

Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers for six straight years in a row.

Trucking HR has announced that Canada Cartage has again been selected for the 8th year in a row as one of Canada’s Top Fleet Employers. In addition, we have been recognized as an Employer of Distinction for the 4th year in a row. This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage’s reputation as an employer of high quality.

We’ve been acknowledged by Forbes 2023 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity

Come work with an industry leader!

Canada Cartage is committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). We are determined to meet the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA at any point in your application or employment duration, please let us know.

We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this position; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

Committed to employment equity, Canada Cartage Systems LP encourages applications from Aboriginal people, members of visible minority groups, and women.