Quality Control and Warehouse Team Leader

Konica Minolta; Crays Hill; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent technology company is seeking a Quality Control and Warehouse Team Leader in Crays Hill, UK. The role involves managing warehouse operations, leading teams, ensuring quality compliance, and optimizing processes. Ideal candidates will have logistics experience, strong leadership, and a commitment to safety and efficiency. A competitive salary of £31,000 – £34,000 plus a 10% bonus is offered, along with generous benefits including holidays and family leave.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Access to training and development opportunities

Enhanced family leave

Life assurance options

Mental health day off

Generous pension plan

Employee discounts

Volunteer day off

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a logistics and warehouse environment is essential.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including shift patterns if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily warehouse operations.
• Supervise and motivate warehouse staff.
• Enforce quality control procedures.
• Conduct inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Inventory management

Tools

SAP

Warehouse management systems

Job description

We are seeking a Quality Control and Warehouse Team Leader to join our team at Konica Minolta! As a Quality Control and Warehouse Team Leader at Konica Minolta, you will be responsible for the seamless management of daily logistics quality control and warehouse operations in a dynamic and seasoned environment. This role requires exceptional organisational acumen, acute attention to detail, and the proven ability to motivate and lead teams toward achieving key performance indicators, while upholding rigorous standards of safety, accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Key Deliverables

• Operational Leadership - Lead, direct, and coordinate daily warehouse operations, including (but not limited to) receiving, quality control of PDI, storing, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory management
• Team Management: Be accessible, supervise and motivate Operations Administration and Warehouse staff, organise work schedules, monitor performance, provide coaching, and facilitate ongoing training to enhance a productive and engaged workforce
• Quality Assurance: Maintain high standards in product handling and storage, enforce quality control procedures, and resolve issues related to damaged or incorrect goods
• Inventory Control: Oversee the accurate recording of stock levels, conduct regular audits and cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, accurately update IT systems, implement measures to minimise losses and improve accuracy
• Process Improvement: Continuously assess quality control and warehouse processes and workflows for efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness; suggest and implement improvements to optimise operational performance.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to health and safety regulations, conduct risk assessments, report hazards, and encourage a safety-first culture across all warehouse activities.
• Reporting & Administration: Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on key warehouse metrics such as productivity, stock levels, and staff performance; manage documentation and maintain accurate records.
• Equipment Management: Ensure proper use, maintenance, and servicing of warehouse equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, conveyors, etc.), and arrange repairs or replacements as necessary

What you can expect from our hiring process? Stage 1: Screening call with a member of our Talent Acquisition team and a chance to get to know you better. Stage 2: Teams interview with the hiring team. Stage 3: Our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to make an offer and, should you accept, our HR operations team will take care of you from there on.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a logistics and warehouse environment or a similar operational role is essential.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems, SAP and logistics best practices.
• Experience with process improvement methodologies is advantageous.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, or shift patterns if required.

We are an equal opportunities employer. Please let us know on your application or email us at [e-mail] if there's any adjustments we can make that would be helpful for you. Additionally, we are open to discussing flexible working arrangements and job‑sharing opportunities.

ESG Initiatives at Konica Minolta: A global company with more than 39,000 employees in 150 countries, Konica Minolta takes its environmental, social and governance responsibilities seriously. We aim to be a robust and innovative company that keeps evolving and contributing to the sustainable growth of society and individuals, and we use an ESG framework to navigate our efforts and obligations. Take a look at our sustainable development goals here https://www.konicaminolta.co.uk/en-gb/about-konica-minolta/esg. Please note, if we receive sufficient interest in this role we reserve the right to close the vacancy early, so if you're interested in the role we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on the opportunity.

Package: £31,000 – £34,000 plus 10% bonus.

Benefits

• 26 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to purchase more days if needed
• Access to training and development opportunities, along with license with award‑winning learning content provider.
• Enhanced family leave
• Life assurance options
• An extra paid day off to focus on your mental health
• A generous pension plan, invest your contributions to maximise your pension pot
• Discounts on activities, technology and restaurants
• An extra paid day off to dedicate to volunteer projects
• An independent employee assistance programme for all employees and their immediate family, giving 24/7 access to experts in health & wellbeing