Warehouse Manager

AGAT Laboratories•Calgary, AB

35d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Shipper/Receiver and Warehouse Manager to oversee all aspects of warehouse operations, inventory management, and domestic and international shipping and receiving. This role is responsible for ensuring the efficient flow of materials, laboratory supplies, equipment, and customer samples while maintaining compliance with all applicable transportation and dangerous goods regulations. The successful candidate will have strong leadership and organizational skills, a solid understanding of warehouse operations, transportation logistics, inventory control, and shipping documentation, and experience coordinating shipments across multiple transportation modes, including courier, LTL, and FTL. Current Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification is required. IATA Dangerous Goods Certification is considered a strong asset.

Requirements

Current TDG Certification (required).
Minimum 3 years of shipping and receiving experience in a manufacturing, laboratory, industrial, or logistics environment.
Demonstrated experience with both domestic and international shipping.
Strong knowledge of: Courier shipping, LTL and FTL freight, Warehouse operations, Inventory management, Import/export documentation.
Experience preparing Dangerous Goods documentation and shipments.
Proficiency with shipping software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
Experience shipping regulated products, chemicals, laboratory samples, or dangerous goods.
Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification.
Experience with customs brokers and freight forwarding companies.
Knowledge of Incoterms and international trade practices.
Experience with inventory management systems.

Nice To Haves

IATA Dangerous Goods Certification

Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day operation of the warehouse, shipping/receiving, and storage areas.
Prepare, package, process, and coordinate domestic and international shipments.
Receive incoming shipments, inspect for damage and accuracy, and process receiving documentation.
Arrange and coordinate shipments via: Courier services (FedEx, UPS, DHL, Purolator, etc.), Less-Than-Truckload (LTL), Full Truckload (FTL).
Prepare shipping documents including: Commercial Invoices, Bills of Lading (BOL), Packing Lists, Export Documentation, Dangerous Goods Declarations, Certificates of Origin (when required).
Ensure compliance with: Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Regulations, IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (when applicable), Carrier-specific shipping requirements.
Coordinate customs clearance activities and work with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and carriers.
Track shipments and proactively resolve transportation issues and delays.
Maintain accurate inventory and shipping records within ERP or inventory management systems.
Oversee our cylinder cleaning processes and manage internal and external requests.
Load and unload shipments safely using material handling equipment as required.
Conduct cycle counts and assist with inventory control activities.
Develop and implement warehouse processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and productivity.
Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and ensure equipment inspections are completed.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shipping/receiving and warehouse environment.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to logistics and warehouse operations.