In warehousing, timing is everything. When containers show up, you’ve got to be ready because...
The supply chain is under pressure. With labour shortages, high turnover, and growing demand for speed and precision, distribution centers are searching for smarter workforce strategies that deliver results without compromising efficiency.
Our productivity pay model, often called cost-per-unit (CPU), shifts compensation from hours worked to work delivered. It aligns your labour expenses to throughput and rewards performance while keeping costs predictable.
Key benefits include:
- Fixed labour cost per unit, not per hour
- Typically, 25% productivity gains
- About 2 hours shaved off close‑out times
- 35% higher pay for high-performing workers—without increasing your costs
- Built-in team accountability that supports consistency and quality
We offer both team-based pay, where unit targets fuel collective performance, and individual pay, which lets top performers earn more while still working within a team structure.
Why It Works
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Boosts Productivity
Whether team-based or individual, this model breaks down silos, accelerates ramp-up time, and drives cooperation. In team-based setups, everyone succeeds together, lifting overall throughput. -
Higher Wages, Same Cost
Workers see meaningful increases in pay through performance, while labour costs stay controlled. It’s a win for both morale and margins. -
Strengthened Retention
With turnover costing thousands per hire, rewarding productivity breeds loyalty. Workers who earn more by doing more tend to stay longer. -
Leadership Built on the Floor
Supervisors shift from distant management to hands-on coaches motivating teams, identifying improvement opportunities, and shaping a culture of continuous growth. -
Culture of Ownership
When pay is tied to output, employees take ownership. That boosts engagement, accountability, and peer support.
When Time Is of the Essence: On‑Demand Container Unloading
Sometimes, retention and productivity optimization aren’t enough, especially when time is on the line. That’s where our on-demand container unloading service comes in. Whether it’s same-day response or priority next-day turnaround, we step in to tackle urgent inbound needs fast. Our teams are trained to handle container unloading manually, also known as hand bombing, ensuring important shipments receive the speed and care they need.
Industrial Athletes: The Core of Our Workforce
Productivity pay delivers results when backed by the right people. That's why we build our teams around Industrial Athletes—workers trained to lift, sort, and move freight with discipline, endurance, and care. Supported through structured onboarding and recognition programs, these team members deliver consistent performance across shifts.
Results That Matter
Facilities using Eclipse Advantage’s model see measurable gains:
- Productivity upticks of 25%
- Faster onboarding cycles
- Safer, more stable workplaces
- More flexible staffing with fewer gaps
- Ability to handle urgent unloading needs without delay
What to Consider Before Adopting Productivity Pay
A smooth transition to productivity pay hinges on several key factors. First, clear communication is a must. Industrial Athletes must fully understand how the pay structure works and what goals they’re expected to meet. Second, training and mindset shifts are necessary. Teams need to adopt a sense of ownership in their performance and embrace a more collaborative, result-driven approach. Lastly, ongoing review is necessary to keep the model effective. That includes regularly adjusting unit targets, refining processes, and ensuring appropriate leadership oversight to support long-term success.
Ready to Take Your Labour Strategy to the Next Level?
Whether you're aiming to unlock productivity gains or accelerate unloading with on-demand container support, Eclipse Advantage brings the workforce strategies that power Canadian supply chains forward. Let’s work together to chart your path, from productivity pay adoption to scaling urgent service support.
Contact us today to start building a smarter, more responsive workforce.
