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Senior Shipper Receiver
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Posted:
29 September 2026 (2 days ago)
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27 December 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
About Canadian Babbitt Bearings Ltd.
Canadian Babbitt Bearings Ltd. is the North American leader in the refurbishment design and manufacture of Babbitt bearings for the hydro power generation and marine markets. Our expertise is built on decades of experience delivering engineered bearing solutions that meet or exceed demanding application requirements.
CBB is committed to the integrity of manufacturing and repairing Babbitt bearings. The company was founded on the belief that North America needed a specialized Babbitt bearing 1981 we made the bold decision to focus exclusively on bearing productiona commitment that has positioned us as one of the worlds most prominent Babbitt bearing facilities. Today we continue to produce superior specialized Babbitt bearings built to OEM specifications.
Reporting to the Shop Foreman the Senior Shipper / Receiver is responsible for leading and coordinating daily shipping receiving staging documentation and material movement activities in support of CBBs specialized manufacturing operations. This role provides hands-on oversight of complex inbound and outbound shipments including oversized and high-value components while ensuring safe equipment operation accurate documentation effective carrier coordination and consistent adherence to production priorities quality expectations and customer requirements.
Principal Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Lead daily shipping and receiving activities for oversized specialized and customer-critical components.
Coordinate and arrange carriers for incoming and outgoing shipments including oversized freight complex loads and time-sensitive deliveries.
Oversee the safe and efficient operation of shipping and receiving equipment including forklifts overhead cranes weight scales pallet trucks and related material-handling equipment.
Receive inspect stage pick pack and prepare orders in accordance with customer specifications production priorities and internal quality standards.
Verify shipment information against bills of lading invoices purchase orders work orders packing slips and other shipping or receiving documentation.
Prepare maintain and review accurate records for all incoming and outgoing shipments ensuring documentation is complete compliant and readily available.
Act as a key point of contact for carriers internal production teams customers and management regarding shipment status delivery timing freight requirements and documentation.
Support inventory accuracy through organized staging material identification warehouse controls and timely communication of discrepancies.
Prioritize workload and daily department requirements with minimal supervision while supporting acceptable production levels and operational flow.
Provide guidance and support to less experienced team members on shipping receiving documentation material handling and safe work practices.
Maintain a clean organized and safe work area by performing general housekeeping 5S activities and equipment cleaning duties as required.
Perform general labour and warehouse duties as required to support production inventory control and customer delivery commitments.
Demonstrate strong customer/client service professionalism and clear communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Complete other duties as assigned by management.
Lift up to 50 lbs when necessary and perform physical tasks associated with shipping receiving and warehouse operations.
Experience and Knowledge
CBB manufactures complex bearings and associated components from materials that are typically difficult to machine. Understanding and experience in a specialized manufacturing heavy industrial machine shop or engineered component environment is a significant asset.
Minimum 7 years of progressive shipping and receiving experience in a fast-paced manufacturing industrial or heavy equipment environment.
Recent hands-on experience coordinating large oversized or non-standard shipments; experience beyond standard palletized freight is required.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple shipments carriers priorities and documentation requirements with accuracy and urgency.
Strong knowledge of bills of lading invoices purchase orders packing slips freight documentation receiving processes and shipment verification procedures.
Proven ability to work independently make sound day-to-day decisions and support department priorities with minimal supervision.
Experience providing guidance direction or informal leadership to other shipping receiving warehouse or production support employees is an asset.
Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
Effective communication and customer service skills with the ability to work professionally with carriers customers production teams and management.
Valid forklift certification is preferred; overhead crane certification is a strong asset.
Commitment to safe work practices 5S standards equipment care and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.
AI is not used in the recruitment process.
This posting is to fill an existing vacancy.
Commitment to Equity Diversity & Inclusion
Canadian Babbitt Bearings Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic under the Ontario Human Rights Code including citizenship age family status race sex (including pregnancy) creed sexual orientation gender identity gender expression place of origin disability or any other protected ground.
All employment decisions are based solely on qualifications merit and business needs. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the selection process including disability-related accommodations under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
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