First Line Manager - Days

Iron Mountain; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Lutterworth is seeking a First Line Manager to lead warehouse operations. Your responsibilities include supervising staff, monitoring KPIs, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate has team management expertise and strong organisational skills. Competitive salary and benefits, including private medical insurance and a pension scheme, are offered. Enjoy a consistent shift pattern of 4 on, 4 off, from 6 AM to 6 PM.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Generous Leave

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

Dental Insurance

Bike to Work scheme

Fitness membership discounts

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage and motivate warehouse teams effectively.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask.
• Good knowledge of stock control processes and health & safety.
• Excellent communication for liaising with staff and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support warehouse personnel.
• Prepare shift plans and allocate tasks.
• Monitor KPIs and resolve stock discrepancies.
• Enforce health and safety regulations.

Skills

Intermediate level experience

Ability to manage and motivate warehouse teams

Organisational skills

Knowledge of warehouse operations

Excellent communication skills

Competency in warehouse management systems

Sound judgment in decision-making

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

At Iron Mountain we know that work, when done well, makes a positive impact for our customers, our employees, and our planet. That’s why we need smart, committed people to join us. Whether you’re looking to start your career or make a change, talk to us and see how you can elevate the power of your work at Iron Mountain.

We provide expert, sustainable solutions in records and information management, digital transformation services, data centers, asset lifecycle management, and fine art storage, handling, and logistics. We proudly partner every day with our 225,000 customers around the world to preserve their invaluable artifacts, extract more from their inventory, and protect their data privacy in innovative and socially responsible ways.

Are you curious about being part of our growth story while evolving your skills in a culture that will welcome your unique contributions? If so, let\'s start the conversation.

Our global warehousing and logistics business is a leader in secure storage, distribution, and supply chain solutions. We specialise in managing and optimising the flow of goods, products, and materials for organisations across the UK and worldwide. Our extensive warehouse operations are crucial to this, involving efficient inventory management, order fulfilment, cross-docking, and transportation logistics. We ensure reliable and timely delivery, supporting our diverse client base with seamless logistics solutions. We\'re dedicated to operational excellence and providing trusted solutions for complex supply chain needs.

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated First Line Manager (FLM) to join our team in Lutterworth

The working pattern for this role is 4 on, 4 off, 6am to 6pm.

Job Summary

The Warehouse FLM leads and supports a team of warehouse operatives to ensure efficient, safe, and accurate daily warehouse operations. This role is pivotal in maintaining high standards of productivity, inventory accuracy, and health & safety compliance while meeting operational targets. The FLM oversees task allocation, performance monitoring, stock control, and fosters a positive and collaborative working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and support warehouse personnel. Manage staff attendance, and conduct performance reviews to ensure a productive and engaged team.
• Prepare shift plans, allocate tasks, and oversee both inbound and outbound warehouse activities to meet daily productivity and quality goals.
• Monitor KPIs and resolve stock discrepancies, including missing or damaged items, to maintain accurate inventory and high operational standards.
• Enforce and document compliance with all health and safety regulations. Conduct daily safety checks and manage weekly system tests for fire alarms and sprinklers.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure all staff are properly trained and briefed on health and safety protocols.
• Act as the primary liaison between internal departments, suppliers, and transport providers. Manage customer escalations and create handover reports to ensure seamless operations between shifts.
• Maintain accurate operational records and inventory reports. Manage maintenance requests for vehicles and equipment, and support payroll processes.

Key Skills, Requirements & Competencies

• Intermediate level experience with established skills gained through relevant training and work experience.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate warehouse teams effectively.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
• Good knowledge of warehouse operations, stock control processes, and health and safety regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with staff, customers, and suppliers.
• Competency in using warehouse management systems, planning tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work under moderate supervision and exercise sound judgment in decision-making.

What\'s in it for you?

• Consistent Schedule: 4 on 4 off shift covering 6AM to 6PM
• Competitive Salary Rewarding your expertise and dedication.
• Generous Leave: Annual leave increasing with length of service.
• Your Well-being First: We offer Private Medical Insurance and a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family\'s health and life needs.
• Secure Your Future: Benefit from our generous pension scheme, with Iron Mountain contributing 6.5%, plus Life Assurance covering four times your annual salary.
• Perks for Your Lifestyle: Enjoy a range of voluntary benefits like Dental Insurance, a Bike to Work scheme, fitness membership discounts, and an Electric Vehicle Scheme.

Category: Operations Group

Iron Mountain is a global leader in storage and information management services trusted by more than 225,000 organizations in 60 countries. We safeguard billions of our customers’ assets, including critical business information, highly sensitive data, and invaluable cultural and historic artifacts. Take a look at our history here.

Iron Mountain helps lower cost and risk, comply with regulations, recover from disaster, and enable digital and sustainable solutions, whether in information management, digital transformation, secure storage and destruction, data center operations, cloud services, or art storage and logistics. Please see our Values and Code of Ethics for a look at our principles and aspirations in elevating the power of our work together.

If you have a physical or mental disability that requires special accommodations, please let us know by sending an email to [e-mail]. See the Supplement to learn more about Equal Employment Opportunity.

Iron Mountain is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. We recruit and hire applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor prohibited by law.

To view the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law posters and the supplement, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, CLICK HERE

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