Warehouse Team Leader

Workforce Recruitment; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking a proactive Warehouse Team Leader in Bolton. This role involves overseeing daily operations, leading a team for continuous improvement, and ensuring safety and efficiency in warehouse activities, particularly within the metal industry. Ideal candidates will have a strong leadership background and the ability to drive performance through effective team management.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse leadership role, ideally in the metal industry.
• Strong people management and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of health & safety, inventory control, and warehouse best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day warehouse activities and lead a team.
• Plan, coordinate and oversee daily warehouse functions.
• Promote safety culture and conduct risk assessments.

Skills

People Management

Communication

Health & Safety Knowledge

Inventory Control

Education

Good standard of education or time-served equivalent

Job description

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Full-time | 40 hours/week | Monday–Friday

We’re looking for a proactive, hands-on Warehouse Team Leader to join our operations team in Bolton. In this key role, you'll oversee day-to-day warehouse activities, lead a team, and help drive a culture of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

If you're an experienced warehouse leader—ideally with a background in metals—you'll feel right at home here. You’ll be working closely with other departments, ensuring high performance, team development, and operational excellence across the site.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & People Management

• Coach, train, and develop your team to achieve performance goals and foster continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular appraisals, identify talent, and manage underperformance in partnership with HR.
• Create a supportive, open-door environment where communication and feedback are encouraged.
• Manage attendance, discipline, grievances, and general team wellbeing.
• Lead by example and act as a champion for change initiatives and process improvements.

Operations & Continuous Improvement

• Plan, coordinate and oversee daily warehouse functions, including manning levels and sawing activities.
• Work with internal stakeholders to resolve operational challenges and escalate as needed.
• Monitor and improve productivity, stock accuracy, and material flow.
• Manage external contractors and third-party service providers through the permit-to-work process.
• Collaborate with the operations manager to implement best practices and internal policies, including production strategies and logistics.

QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment)

• Promote a safety-first culture through toolbox talks, risk assessments, and daily checks.
• Conduct and lead investigations into incidents or near-misses, implementing root cause analysis and follow-ups.
• Ensure all equipment, PPE, and machinery are maintained to a safe, compliant standard.
• Work alongside the QHSE team to ensure audits, policies, and training are delivered effectively.

Daily Warehouse Operations

Liaise with the stock controller to ensure accurate stock checks and perpetual inventory management.

Oversee the safe operation of side loaders, cranes, and overhead lifting equipment.

Ensure all materials are correctly stored and prepared for dispatch or processing.

Deliver daily briefings and contribute to weekly/quarterly communications to keep teams aligned.

Site Performance & KPIs

• Identify cost-saving and productivity opportunities.
• Track and communicate site performance against KPIs.
• Ensure manpower and resources are optimised, particularly in value-added activities like saw cutting.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a warehouse leadership role (metal industry preferred)
• Strong people management and communication skills
• Working knowledge of health & safety, inventory control, and warehouse best practices
• Familiarity with Lean / Six Sigma principles (preferred)
• A hands-on approach and willingness to lead from the front
• Good standard of education or time-served equivalent