Workforce
Logistics and Warehousing: Building a Reliable Team All Year Round
Order pickers, forklift operators, material handlers: how to handle peak periods without sacrificing quality.
L'Agence AW · September 14, 2026 · 5 min read
With the growth of e-commerce, Quebec distribution centers are facing increasingly sharp activity peaks: back-to-school, Black Friday, and the holiday season.
A Stable Core + a Flexible Team
The winning model combines permanent employees trained in key processes with personnel from staffing agencies to absorb fluctuations.
Training from Day One
- Safety and wearing personal protective equipment
- Use of scanners and warehouse management systems
- Quality and productivity standards
- A mentor for the first week
Measuring and Recognizing
Sharing key indicators (accuracy, productivity) and recognizing strong results significantly reduces absenteeism.
