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Warehouse Lead Hand
@ JDI
Saint John, New Brunswick
Overview
JDI, through its Gulf Operators division, is hiring a full-time Warehouse Lead Hand to oversee the receipt, storage and dispatch of goods in New Brunswick. The role covers inventory accuracy, ordering, vendor and accounting management, and leading warehouse staff while enforcing safety. A Class 5 driver's licence and 3+ years of related experience are required.
Responsibilities:
- Manage daily operation of the receiving area
- Order inventory items and non-stock parts
- Manage vendor relationships
- Manage accounting for the warehouse
- Implement systems to improve productivity and costs
Requirements summary:
- 3+ years of experience in a related field
- Trade certificate or college diploma
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence
- Highly organized and mechanically inclined
- Ability to work with shifting priorities
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-24
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Warehouse |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Trade certificate (required), College diploma (required) |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
JDI
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 643 |
Warehouse supervisor oversees the efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods, ensuring inventory accuracy and optimal workflow. This includes and does not limit to ordering products, adhering to 5S standards, property management, vendor management and accounting management. They lead warehouse staff, enforce safety protocols, and implement systems to improve productivity and reduce costs.
- Manage the everyday operation of the receiver
- Vendor management
- Management of accounting
- Implement Systems to improve productivity and costs
- Ordering inventory items and non-stock parts
Education
- Trade Certificate or College Diploma
Experience
- 3+ years of experience in a related field
Certifications
- Valid Class 5 Drivers license
Knowledge and Skills
- Ability to work with shifting priorities and multiple tasks
- Highly organized
- Mechanically inclined
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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