Warehouse Lead

Adecco; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Warehouse Lead in Hythe, Kent. This role involves managing freight movement, ensuring compliance with safety procedures, and overseeing warehouse operations. Candidates should have previous supervisory experience and a forklift licence. Offering a salary of up to £32,000 with a 4 on 4 off shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Warehouse Lead/Supervisor.
• Security trained and screening (desirable but not essential).
• Strong organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the movement of freight in and around the warehouse.
• Manage documentation relating to product distribution.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are always followed.

Skills

Forklift licence/experience

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Warehouse Lead
Location: Hythe, Kent
Salary: up to £32,000
Hours: 4 on 4 off, 6am - 6pm

Our Client: Is a leading logistics and supply chain solutions provider specialising in the import, export and distribution of goods. The company offers integrated services across warehousing, customs clearance and international transport, ensuring reliable, efficient and compliant movement of products from origin to destination.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the movement of freight in and around the warehouse.
• Manage the necessary documentation relating to product distribution.
• Ensure systems are maintained and information is stored correctly.
• Communicate with import/export/distribution teams.
• Ensure an efficient load/unload and storage operation is maintained.
• Take responsibility for all warehouse files when counting and labelling product.
• Manage the goods inward process and ensure the correct area is used for breakdown.
• Ensure pallets are labelled correctly.
• Take photos and send to sales and distribution of any damaged product.
• Proactively identify and resolve shipment-related issues such as delays, damages or customs challenges.
• Load/unload drivers in a timely manner and ensure the correct paperwork is available.
• Ensure staff on shift are accounted for.
• Delegate tasks to warehouse staff daily.
• Ensure Health and Safety procedures are always followed.
• Report all incidents and near-misses to senior management.
• Keep the warehouse clean and tidy.

Qualifications

• Forklift licence/experience (expired and in-house licences accepted).
• Previous experience as Warehouse Lead/Supervisor.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organisational abilities.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Security trained and screening (desirable but not essential).

Next steps

If this sounds like the ideal position and you have the experience outlined above, please apply. A member of our team will contact you if your CV matches our requirements.

If you would like any further information before applying, please call Ellie (Permanent Consultant) on the number provided. Alternatively, if you know someone who may be suitable for this role, please share the details. If you successfully refer a friend, you will receive a £50 voucher *terms apply*.

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