Warehouse Team Lead

About the role

This position will help direct the work of, support and lead a team of frontline employees within the warehouse area. You will help maintain a safe and organized work environment while fostering teamwork and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Models high standards of conduct and leadership.
• Leads and motivates team to meet daily performance goals and quality standards.
• Ensures that employees are utilizing materials properly and effectively.
• Aids in the training of new employees.
• Acts as the “expert” for all areas within the warehouse.
• Acts as a liaison between the warehouse team and management, communicating direction, issues, concerns, etc.
• Provides performance feedback of the team members to the Team Supervisors ongoing and as part of the formal annual performance review cycle.
• Limits and transacts items in the Warehouse using Current Business System correctly.
• Limits parts by part number while moving throughout the warehouse.
• Maintains warehouse by keeping aisles clear of debris and putting material away.
• Promotes 5S Standards.
• Aids with warehouse maintenance including making spaces for incoming freight with material handling equipment.
• Maintains inventory accuracy by cycle counting, adjusting quantities when necessary and doing root cause analysis; works closely with inventory control team.
• Ensures Safety requirements from the plant are communicated clearly (Ex: Toolbox Talks).
• Adheres to all company policies, guidelines and practices.
• Updates and running of Tier 2 Board meeting.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience: One to two years of Warehouse experience required. Three plus years of Warehouse experience preferred.
• Skills: Valid Forklift certification preferred. One year of (SL) Starline system knowledge experience preferred.
• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Ability to act as a leader. Ability to learn to operate Forklift and Reach truck. Basic computer experience. Microsoft Office (Excel a Plus). Ability to work independently as well as part of a team member. Ability to multi-task. The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Able to maintain accurate records pertaining to picking and pulling orders and communicating discrepancies to Team Supervisor. Knowledge of warehouse operations, including inventory management and familiarity with warehouse equipment and safety procedures.