Warehouse Supervisor
Canadian Solar
Company Overview
Canadian Solar Inc.
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
2001
Approximately 20,000 employees globally (source: prnewswire.com). Revenue data for 2023 is not specified.
What They Do
Canadian Solar focuses exclusively on solar photovoltaic technology, battery energy storage, and related systems, without involvement in wind, hydrogen, or grid infrastructure beyond solar integration (source: wikipedia.org). The company manufactures high-efficiency PV modules utilizing advanced 210mm and 182mm N-type TOPCon solar cells, achieving bifaciality up to 85%. Their flagship products include the TOPBiHiKu7 series, which has cumulatively shipped nearly 170 GW globally as of late 2025 (source: csisolar.com). Additionally, through its subsidiary e-STORAGE, Canadian Solar provides utility-scale and residential battery storage solutions, having shipped over 16 GWh by September 30, 2025, with a substantial contracted backlog of $3.1 billion as of October 31, 2025 (source: prnewswire.com). Their target markets span residential, commercial & industrial (C&I), and utility-scale customers in over 160 countries, with a strong emphasis on the US, Canada, Europe, China, UK, South Africa, and Brazil (source: canadiansolar.com).
Projects & Track Record
Since entering project development in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected approximately 12 GWp of solar power projects and 6 GWh of battery energy storage projects worldwide, with a pipeline of 25 GWp solar and 81 GWh storage in various stages (source: prnewswire.com). Notable completed projects include the 32 MWp (23 MWac) Suffield solar facility in Southeast Alberta, Canada, which powers 7,400 households annually (source: wikipedia.org). In South Africa, Canadian Solar supplied 256 MW of modules for two utility-scale projects by SOLA Group, generating 580 GWh annually to power 40,000 households and significantly reducing CO2 emissions (source: wikipedia.org). Currently, the company operates 1.6 GWp solar projects with 6.5 GWp under construction or backlog and 20.9 GWp in pipeline, plus 1 GWh storage operating, 8.5 GWh backlog, and 54.3 GWh pipeline (source: prnewswire.com).
Recent Developments
In the last two years, Canadian Solar has made significant strides, including the opening of its new global headquarters in Kitchener, Ontario, on January 15, 2025, which consolidates various business units and reinforces its North American roots (source: prnewswire.com). On December 1, 2025, the company announced it would resume direct oversight of US manufacturing through CS PowerTech joint ventures, aiming to create thousands of US jobs and reshore supply chains (source: prnewswire.com). In June 2023, Canadian Solar planned a $250 million investment in a 5 GW factory in Mesquite, Texas, which is expected to employ up to 1,500 people and produce 20,000 panels daily (source: wikipedia.org). Additionally, the company has partnered with SOLARCYCLE for US-wide module recycling, enhancing its sustainability efforts (source: solarcycle.us).
Working There
Canadian Solar offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including manufacturing, project development, energy storage, sales, engineering, supply chain, and corporate functions at its Kitchener headquarters (source: prnewswire.com). The company is actively hiring in Kitchener, Ontario, and Mesquite, Texas, where a new factory is expected to create up to 1,500 manufacturing jobs (source: prnewswire.com). The culture at Canadian Solar emphasizes innovation and collaboration, as highlighted by CEO Dr. Shawn Qu during the opening of the Kitchener HQ, which is designed to align the company's vision with its Canadian roots amid global growth (source: prnewswire.com). While specific benefits are not detailed in public disclosures, the company is committed to sustainability and publishes annual reports aligned with various standards, targeting 100% renewable energy for operations by 2030 (source: canadiansolar.com).
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Job Description
The Senior Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for efficient operations of the warehousing, leading a team of shipping/receiving, materials handling and warehouse clerk. Primary responsibilities encompass leadership and supervision of employees, finished goods and raw material preservation and transactions, Health & Safety, cost management and reduction, risk management and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Provides effective leadership, supervision, motivation and development of warehouse employees for safe, efficient and cost-effective operation of warehouse
- Ability to take over the Manager's tasks when the Manager is not available
- Supports Warehouse Manager in activities in warehouse activities including WMS system, SOP/WI, KPI, ISO, safety
- Leads a team of shipper/receivers, material handlers, and inventory clerks responsible for raw materials, finished goods, non-raw material items' shipping, receiving, warehousing and material transfer
- Knows all warehouse positions to be able to step in when/where help is needed; trouble shoot ERP or system issues; engage in process and work environment analysis and improvement when issues are found
- Interacts professionally with all departments, customers and vendors
- Maintains inventory accuracy. Conduct raw materials, finished goods inventory count in compliance with company control and audit standard. Prepare inventory report and root cause analysis; establish preventative actions
- Communicates with other warehouse shifts to ensure smooth shift transition
- Works closely with EHS and all departments to ensure the development, implementation and maintenance of effective programs, and promote a positive safety & health awareness within the supervisory and employee groups
- Ensures that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Canadian Solar Code of Business Conduct
- Adheres to all environmental, health and safety rules and policies
- Conducts other duties as required
Qualifications and Experience
- 3+ years of experience in warehouse management position, preferable in an high volume environment
- Logistics experience required for local, national and international shipping
- Post-secondary education (diploma or degree) in related field
- Competent computer skills in MS Office, previous experience with SAP or similar ERP system
- Strong knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Inventory Management
- High level of self- motivation, initiative, and work under pressure
- Effective communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization
- Well organized, energetic and a team player
- Flexibility in hours is mandatory
- Forklift certificate an asset
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About the role
June 4, 2026
Full time
Company
- Mesquite, Texas, United States
3+ years in warehouse management
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