Warehouse Team Leader

Convertech - Double E Group; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de fabrication en pleine croissance à Newcastle-under-Lyme recherche un Warehouse Team Leader passionné par la sécurité et l'inclusion. Ce rôle clé implique la supervision d'une petite équipe pour assurer l'efficacité des opérations, maintenir un environnement organisé et conforme, et contribuer à l'amélioration continue dans une nouvelle installation débutant en 2025.

Benefits

Discretionary sick pay after 6 months

Company pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site parking

Health cash plan and eye test vouchers

Birthday holiday if it falls on a workday

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Expérience de 2+ ans dans un environnement d'entrepôt/distribution.
• Connaissance des systèmes de gestion d'entrepôt et compétences informatiques de base.
• Formation de nouveaux employés et soutien au développement.

Responsibilities

• Superviser les activités quotidiennes d'entrepôt, y compris les expéditions et le réapprovisionnement.
• Diriger et motiver l'équipe pour atteindre les objectifs de performance.
• Assurer la conformité en matière de santé et sécurité.

Skills

Warehouse management systems

Health and safety regulations

Leadership

Inventory accuracy

Logistics

Education

Forklift license

Job description

We are seeking a Warehouse Team Leader who is passionate about safety and fostering an inclusive culture in a growing manufacturing business in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Working with a small team of 6-8 operatives, you will oversee goods in and out, coordinate receiving, picking, packing, dispatching, and maintain high standards of inventory control, productivity, and safety. This new role has been created due to significant investment and growth, with access to the latest technology in a newly opened facility at the start of 2025.

The role of a Warehouse Team Leader

• Supervise daily warehouse activities including inbound/outbound shipments, stock replenishment, and order fulfillment.
• Lead, coach, and motivate the team to meet performance targets.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and promote a clean, organized environment.
• Monitor inventory accuracy through cycle counts and audits.
• Collaborate with procurement and customer service to resolve issues.
• Identify process inefficiencies and suggest improvements.
• Complete all warehouse documentation accurately.
• Train new staff and support ongoing development.
• Operate forklifts or other equipment as required.

Skills and Qualifications

• Typically 2+ years' experience in warehouse/distribution, supervisory experience preferred.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems and basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Forklift license (counterbalance, reach truck, or similar).
• Experience with lean warehousing or continuous improvement projects.
• Understanding of KPIs and performance metrics.
• Background in logistics, supply chain, or manufacturing environments.

Benefits

• Salary of £33,000 per annum.
• Monday to Thursday 7am-4:30pm, Friday 7am-1pm.
• Discretionary sick pay after 6 months.
• Company pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• On-site parking.
• Health cash plan and eye test vouchers.
• Birthday holiday if it falls on a workday.
• Cycle to work scheme.

If you believe this Warehouse Team Leader role is right for you, please contact Samantha Burr at Maintech Recruitment on 01543 212250 or click apply. Connect on LinkedIn: Samantha Burr.

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