Lead Warehouse Associate: Fast-Paced Ops Leader

Equation Staffing Solutions.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency in Calgary seeks an experienced Lead Hand Warehouse Associate to guide a team in warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will possess at least 2–3 years of warehouse experience, valid forklift certification, and impressive leadership skills. Responsibilities include supporting daily operations, coordinating logistics, ensuring inventory accuracy, and training team members. Ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and helps teams achieve operational success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of warehouse experience, with at least 1 year in a leadership or lead hand role.
• Valid forklift certification with strong practical operating experience.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle heavy materials as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of warehouse associates in daily operations.
• Coordinate order picking, packing, shipping, and receiving activities.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure proper inventory control, accuracy, and documentation.
• Train, mentor, and motivate team members to maintain productivity and safety standards.
• Monitor workflow and communicate with supervisors and management on progress and challenges.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.

Skills

Warehouse operations experience

Leadership skills

Ability to operate forklifts

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Forklifts

Job description

A staffing agency in Calgary seeks an experienced Lead Hand Warehouse Associate to guide a team in warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will possess at least 2–3 years of warehouse experience, valid forklift certification, and impressive leadership skills. Responsibilities include supporting daily operations, coordinating logistics, ensuring inventory accuracy, and training team members. Ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and helps teams achieve operational success.