Job Description
Job Title: Reefer Shop Supervisor
Job Location: Baden
Position Type: Onsite
Shift Hours: Monday to Friday; 6:30am – 3:30pm
Compensation Range: $36.75 - $40.00/per hour
We Bring Food to Your Family’s Table
The Erb Group is one of North America’s largest privately-owned refrigerated transportation providers, specializing in the timely, protected distribution of temperature-controlled perishable goods across Canada and the U.S. The Erb Group has been a family-owned business for over 63 years, with its head office in New Hamburg, Ontario.
What Will You Do?
- Supervise reefer shop operations and personnel including training, performance management, hiring, discipline (in conjunction with Human Resources), answering employee questions and concerns, as well as ensuring the safety for all employees.
- Plan preventative maintenance checks and safety inspections to equipment.
- Ensure compliance with company standards for quality, cost control, waste reduction, safety, and vehicle availability.
- Schedule and plan shifts for staff as required, working in conjunction with the Truck Shop Supervisor and Trailer Shop Supervisor.
- Provide driver on the road support, as well as support and advise other terminal shops on all reefer services.
- Maintain relationships with third party vendors, local providers and national accounts.
- Analyse, diagnose problems, and make decisions on repairs in conjunction with the Corporate Fleet Director & Baden Shop Manager.
- Work in co-operation with operations at the Baden terminal to ensure equipment availability.
- Address Occupational Health and Safety issues as related to the Shop.
- Monitor reefer parts and system inventories, new unit installations and decommissioned unit removals.
- Maintain and repair transport refrigeration units as required.
- All other duties as required.
Who Are We Looking For?
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required, and a minimum 8 years of reefer experience.
- Factory training on Thermo King & Carrier preferred.
- Valid G class Drivers Licence required.
- Proven supervisory skills established through previous supervisory experience.
- Computer skills required (e.g. automated work order system, fleet maintenance costing, MS Office Suite).
- Effective leadership skills, with a strong focus on quality, cost-effective fleet maintenance.
- Proven mechanical abilities with a strong working knowledge of mechanical application and repair techniques.
- Quality decision-making skills and ability to use good judgement.
- Excellent communication skills, verbally and written.
Your Cool Work Perks
Benefits available from day 1
- Company paid health insurance plans (health, prescription, dental and vision).
- Company paid group life insurance.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
- Enjoy $1600 in massage therapy benefits.
- TFSA and RRSP savings plans with company match contributions (available after 3 months).
- Profit-sharing opportunity.
- Referral bonus program.
- Safety shoe voucher.
- Uniform and annual tool allowance for apprentice and mechanic technicians.
- Corporate discounts with Josslin Insurance and Goodlife Fitness.
- Educational assistance up to 50%, with specific training required by The Erb Group paid in full.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Community and philanthropy opportunities.
- Employee engagement events (Good Cheer Club, summer BBQs, prizes, food trucks, employee recognition programs).
How To Make Your Next Cool Move – Apply today!
Contact us: 1-800-461-5299 or Recruiting@erbgroup.com
The Erb Group is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. If you require accommodation, please contact recruiting@erbgroup.com or call 1-800-461-5299.
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