Hartmann Canada Inc, in Brantford, Ontario is a division of Hartmann North America. We are the world leader of moulded fibre egg cartons. The demand for moulded fibre and environmentally sustainable products is rapidly increasing. Hartmann has committed and invested in this area to meet the growing demand of our products.
We are looking for a Warehouse Supervisor, this position offers meaningful ownership across warehouse execution, automation performance, and logistics coordination, with direct influence on service levels, cost control, and operational reliability.
What You Will Own
Operational Leadership & Performance
- Lead and develop hourly warehouse teams with a clear focus on safety, accountability, and results
- Own daily execution of warehouse operations, ensuring consistent achievement of throughput, service, and quality targets
- Proactively assess staffing, workflows, and performance gaps, taking decisive action to improve outcomes
- Build capability across the team through coaching, training, and clear performance expectations
- Maintain a strong, solutions-oriented presence on the floor, particularly within a unionized environment
Automation & Systems Reliability (AGV Fleet)
- Own performance and uptime of the AGV fleet, ensuring disciplined preventative maintenance and rapid issue resolution
- Act as the primary point of accountability with automation vendors, driving responsiveness and long-term reliability
- Ensure critical spare parts and maintenance processes are in place to minimize downtime
- Partner cross-functionally to align automation capabilities with production and shipping demands
Freight & Logistics Optimization
- Continuously challenge and improve freight performance, balancing service, reliability, and cost
- Identify and onboard carriers aligned with operational requirements and customer expectations
- Drive year-over-year cost improvements through disciplined sourcing and performance management
Material Supply Coordination (Paper)
- Maintain tight control over paper inventory to support uninterrupted production across operations
- Adjust inbound supply in line with changing production requirements
- Support procurement strategies, supplier performance, and material optimization initiatives
- Ensure accurate and timely purchasing and invoice reconciliation processes
What We Are Looking For
- Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally within warehouse or shipping/receiving operations
- Comfortable leading in a unionized environment, with strong communication and employee relations skills
- A hands-on, results-driven leader who takes ownership and drives accountability at all levels
- Strong problem-solving capability with the ability to act quickly and effectively in a dynamic environment
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence
- Ability to build credibility, influence teams, and deliver results through others
This is not a maintenance role—it is a leadership role with real accountability, suited for someone looking to take the next step in building operational leadership capability within a growing, performance-driven organization.
What we offer
We offer attractive working conditions and benefits to our employees and their families:
- Competitive salary
- Annual Variable Compensation
- Safety Shoe Allowance
- Professional Career Development opportunity
- Education Reimbursement & Training Opportunities
- Group Health insurance benefits
- Group Retirement pension plan
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
Why Join Us?
At Hartmann Packaging, we genuinely value our employees and are dedicated to supporting their well-being and professional growth. We offer a well-rounded benefits package that includes:
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- Extended Health Benefits
- Dental Care
- Vision Care
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
We also provide additional perks designed to enhance your work-life balance and support your personal development:
- Supportive Work-Life Balance
- A ‘Random/Float Day’ Off
- Fun, Employee-Led Social Events
- Recognition Through Employee Awards
- Weekly Pay Schedule for Hourly Employees
- Allowance for Safety Boots and Prescription Glasses
...And so much more!
At Hartmann Packaging, we are committed to protecting your personal information during the recruitment process. By applying, you consent to the collection and use of your personal data—such as your name, contact details, resume, and other application materials—for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications and communicating with you throughout the hiring process. Your information will only be shared with internal team members involved in recruitment and will not be sold or shared with third parties. We take reasonable steps to safeguard your data and may retain it for future opportunities unless you request otherwise. For any questions or to access, correct, or delete your information, please contact our HR department.
In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.
Hartmann Packaging is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to meeting the needs of applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact our Human Resources team.
Pay: $90,000.00-$100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Experience:
- Leadership: 5 years (required)
Location:
Work Location: In person
