THE ROLE
We are seeking a full-time Distribution Lead Hand who reports to the Distribution Supervisor at our 201 North Service Road location in Burlington. The Distribution Lead Hand provides effective leadership to support the successful operation of distribution activities and works closely with distribution employees in a busy environment.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Lead Hand Responsibilities

Support shift handoffs by communicating workload and status details to the next Distribution Supervisor
Ensure coolers, equipment, and resources are properly set up and ready for each shift
Lead pre-shift meetings covering safety, quality, processes, new items, and events
Ensure Material Handlers follow the supervisor’s plan and provide support as needed
Promote compliance with food safety requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) by leading by example
Inspect orders for correct products, case counts, lot codes, labels, pallets, and load stabilization, and report concerns
Regularly inspect the warehouse, coolers, and dock, and correct or report hazardous conditions
Verify that pallets are scanned to the correct locations and quantities match
Help train and support new hires during onboarding
Fill in for the Distribution Supervisor as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

Oversee truck loading and unloading and organize personnel and resources to meet shipping and receiving requirements
Supervise inbound receiving and outbound order fulfillment
Review new shipping directives resulting from production schedule changes and ensure customer compliance
Communicate shipment discrepancies or errors to the Distribution Manager upon detection




Participate in investigations and root-cause analysis of shipping and receiving errors and recommend corrective action
Ensure employee compliance with food safety, health and safety, policies, and procedures
Ensure equipment is maintained in safe working condition and communicate maintenance requirements
Communicate shift status to the next-shift supervisor during handoff

Food Safety and Occupational Health and Safety Responsibilities

Ensure man doors are closed and roll-up doors are operating correctly
Follow and enforce applicable health and safety and food-safety regulations and procedures, including required personal protective equipment
Correct unsafe acts or conditions and promptly report injuries, incidents, accidents, and safety concerns
Attend required training sessions and ensure handwashing stations are operating

WHAT YOU BRING TO IPPOLITO

Two to three years of material-handling experience in distribution or warehousing; food-industry experience is preferred
High school diploma
Knowledge of Valuable Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Safe Quality Food (SQF), and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)
Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Commitment to safety, quality, accuracy, and teamwork

Apply today and Come Grow With Us!
Hours of Work: Continental Night Shift, 8pm to 8am
Work Arrangement: On-sitePosition Type: Non-UnionEmployment Status: Full-TimeCompensation: $21.24 per hour, plus an additional $0.50 per hour night premium Work Location: 201 North Service Road, Burlington, Ontario

How To Apply:If you’re interested in joining our team, please submit your application through our online career portal. We appreciate all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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📌 Distribution Lead Hand (Burlington)
🏢 Ippolito
📍 Burlington