Duties &Responsibilities:
- Ensure the warehouse operates at peak efficiency, with customer satisfaction being the primary goal, by supervising, organizing, directing, and training warehouse employees and establishing, monitoring, and managing operational goals
- Oversee daily operations, while controlling and managing inventory and logistics
- Review and prepare workflow, manning and space requirements, equipment layout, and action plans while ensuring productivity, quality and customer service standards are met
- Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations
- Inspect equipment, tools, and machinery regularly, and oversee general maintenance as needed
- Develop warehouse operations systems by determining product handling and storage requirements, equipment utilization, inventory management, get processes, and shipping
- To carry out any other tasks which may be reasonably expected for the promotion and support of our business
- Any other such duties as may be determined by your reporting Manager
Position Requirements:
- Proficient knowledge of inventory and inventory controls
- Excellent understanding of warehouse management procedures
- Ability to operate a forklift effectively
- Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
- Demonstrates leadership and people management skills including the ability to effectively coach and mentor employees at all levels
- Ability to drive continuous improvement, provide accurate reporting, and utilize data
- Strong planning and organizational skills with a sense of priority for deadlines
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- 3+ years of experience in a warehouse lead role managing hourly employees
- Functional knowledge of relevant Health & Safety legislation
- Intermediate computer skills of all MS Office applications
- Valid forklift license