Warehouse Operative (Shift Leader)

Placements24; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 5,000 - 7,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Overtime opportunities

Career advancement

Ongoing training

Supportive team culture

Stable work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Warehouse Operative with leadership potential for our client in Paarl, Western Cape. You will guide a team through daily operations, focusing on accurate picking, packing, dispatch, and inventory control, while upholding safety standards and operational efficiency.

The role involves supervising shifts, training new staff, maintaining order accuracy, and collaborating with supervisors to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a warehouse team (1+ year)
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment and meet targets
• Residing near Paarl or willing to commute

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of warehouse operatives to meet targets.
• Oversee receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and dispatch.
• Ensure accuracy in orders and inventory counts.
• Enforce health and safety regulations.
• Provide training to new and existing team members.
• Monitor performance and give feedback.
• Operate equipment safely (pallet jacks, forklifts if certified).
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the warehouse space.
• Assist with stocktaking and discrepancy resolution.
• Communicate with supervisors to resolve issues.

Skills

Team leadership

Warehouse operations

Health and safety awareness

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jacks

Inventory software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fast-growing e-commerce fulfillment center, is seeking a motivated and experienced Warehouse Operative with leadership potential to join their team in Paarl, Western Cape. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for guiding a team of warehouse associates through daily operations, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to safety standards. You will play a key part in managing order picking, packing, dispatch, and inventory management processes, contributing directly to the successful delivery of customer orders. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to step into a leadership role within a dynamic and supportive warehouse environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to team success. This position is vital to maintaining our client's reputation for timely and accurate order fulfillment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a team of warehouse operatives during shifts, ensuring operational targets are met.
• Oversee and participate in all warehouse activities, including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and dispatch.
• Ensure accuracy in order fulfillment and inventory counts.
• Enforce health and safety regulations and promote a safe working environment.
• Provide training and guidance to new and existing team members.
• Monitor team performance and provide feedback to supervisors.
• Operate warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, forklifts if certified) safely and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the warehouse space.
• Assist with inventory management tasks, including stocktaking and discrepancy resolution.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and other team members to resolve issues promptly.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a warehouse environment, with at least 1 year in a senior operative or team lead capacity.
• Demonstrated ability to guide and motivate a team.
• Solid understanding of warehouse operations and inventory management principles.
• Awareness of health and safety procedures in a warehouse setting.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer literacy for using warehouse systems.
• Physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic.
• Residing in or near Paarl, Western Cape, and able to commit to specified shift patterns.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive hourly wage, opportunities for overtime, and potential for career advancement within the company.
• Employees benefit from a supportive team culture and access to ongoing training.
• This role is based in Paarl, Western Cape, offering a stable work environment with a company committed to operational excellence. We value our team members and provide a consistent work schedule. Join a growing team that is essential to the success of our e-commerce operations.