Warehouse Team Lead

Salt Separation Services Limited; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in water treatment is seeking a Warehouse Team Lead to oversee warehouse operations and lead a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in warehouse management and strong leadership skills. This role is critical in ensuring efficient inventory handling and maintaining safety standards. Join us to contribute to innovative water filtration solutions.

Benefits

Employer-matched pension scheme

Company Bonus Scheme

Employee Referral Scheme

Free Employee Assistance Services

Life insurance

Income protection

Early finish Friday

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a warehouse supervisory or team leader role.
• Strong understanding of warehouse management and logistics.
• Good knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of warehouse personnel.
• Oversee daily warehouse activities and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain accurate inventory records.
• Conduct safety inspections and promote safety-first culture.

Skills

Warehouse management best practices

Inventory control

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

ERP software (Epicor)

Job description

Department: Warehouse

Location: Rochdale, on-site

Description

Job Title: Warehouse Team Lead

Company: Salt Separation Services

Compensation: £37,000 - £40,000

About Salt Separation Services: Salt Separation Services have been leading in desalination technology for over 35 years; specialising in the engineering, commissioning and servicing of reverse osmosis (RO) plants that provide drinkable water solutions across a variety of industries. Our systems are used in sectors including naval, oil, cruise ships, and more. We’re committed to designing reliable, high-quality RO and water filtration solutions that meet the unique demands of each industry and customer we serve. Join us on the path to simplifying access to water solutions for a broad and varied client base!

Position Summary

Are you an experienced Warehouse Team Leader looking for an exciting opportunity in a growing water treatment and reverse osmosis (RO) business? We are seeking a motivated and proactive individual to drive forward our warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency in stock management and seamless supply to different departments. Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Warehouse Team Leader will be responsible for the day‑to‑day operations of the warehouse, ensuring efficient inventory handling, managing stock levels, and leading a high‑performing team. The ideal candidate will be process‑driven, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of warehouse personnel, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Delegate tasks effectively to balance workloads and meet deadlines.
• Monitor team performance, provide feedback, and conduct performance reviews.
• Identify training needs and support team development.

Warehouse Operations Management

• Oversee daily warehouse activities, including receiving, stocking, picking, packing, shipping, inventory control, and refurbishment storage.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures (SOPs), reviewing and improving processes regularly.
• Monitor workflows and implement improvements to enhance efficiency.

Inventory Control & Accuracy

• Maintain accurate inventory records through regular cycle counts, stock takes, and reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, working with other departments to identify root causes.
• Implement stock control measures to minimise shortages, excess stock, and obsolescence.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe warehouse environment in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Conduct safety inspections and promote a safety‑first culture within the team.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of materials and equipment to prevent damage or accidents.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as order accuracy, on‑time delivery, and inventory turnover.
• Analyse data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Prepare and present warehouse performance reports to management.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Proven experience in a warehouse supervisory or team leader role.
• Strong understanding of warehouse management best practices, including inventory control and logistics.
• Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS) and ERP software (ideally Epicor).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment (e.g., forklift) safely and efficiently.
• Good knowledge of health and safety regulations in a warehouse environment.

Why Salt Sep?

Benefits

• Competitive employer‑matched pension scheme (Aviva)
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Free Employee Assistance Services; giving counselling, GP access, financial and wellbeing advice.
• Life insurance
• Income protection (after 5 yrs service)
• Early finish Friday (finishing at 1pm)
• Plenty of training and development
• Holiday buy‑back
• Excellent team building, social and company events

At Salt Separation Services, you’ll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects in a dynamic environment, as part of a small family‑owned business. We have some big goals on our horizon, we take pride in supporting our employees' own growth and provide a culture that values quality, communication, integrity, health and safety and family.

The next steps

1. Our team will help look into your application.
2. If successful, we’ll arrange a quick chat.
3. Initial Interview, will be with the hiring manager and there will be an element of demonstrating your skills.
4. Final stage, a peer interview to meet some of the people you’ll be working alongside.
5. Offer, and hopefully, acceptance!

Salt Separation Services is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is valued, we encourage all candidates from all backgrounds, and are very happy to facilitate any adjustment you might need.