Warehouse Production Lead: Growth & Safety Champion

Clean Harbors; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with company matching

Paid time off

Training & tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Safety-Kleen Systems in Metairie, LA is seeking a Warehouse Production Operator Lead under the CBA, with a Monday-Friday schedule from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM and an hourly wage range of $20.40 to $26.52. This role oversees a team of operators, directs unloading/loading, inventory, and order fulfillment, and mentors new hires in SOPs and safety.

The position emphasizes safety-first operations, coordination of daily tasks, and collaboration with management to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years warehouse/manufacturing experience.
• 3+ years supervisory, Lead, or Foreman experience in a production environment preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to work in hot and cold weather conditions.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Warehouse Production Operators in daily warehouse and production activities while promoting a strong safety-first culture.
• Provide day-to-day direction to operators regarding unloading/loading activities, inventory management, order fulfillment, and warehouse organization.
• Assist with training new employees on standard operating procedures (SOPs), warehouse processes, equipment operation, and safety expectations.
• Monitor workflow and productivity to ensure daily production and shipping goals are achieved efficiently and accurately.
• Coordinate work assignments and prioritize tasks based on operational needs and production schedules.
• Serve as a point of contact for operators by answering questions, troubleshooting operational issues, and escalating concerns to management as needed.
• Promote compliance with company policies, environmental regulations, and health & safety procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections of warehouse operations, inventory practices, and housekeeping standards to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Assist leadership with inventory accuracy initiatives, quality control checks, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support employee development through coaching, mentoring, and reinforcing operational best practices.
• Communicate effectively with management, production teams, shipping/receiving personnel, and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Lead by example through professionalism, accountability, attendance, and adherence to safe work practices.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Safety-Kleen Systems in Metairie, LA is seeking a Warehouse Production Operator Lead under the CBA, with a Monday-Friday schedule from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM and an hourly wage range of $20.40 to $26.52. This role oversees a team of operators, directs unloading/loading, inventory, and order fulfillment, and mentors new hires in SOPs and safety.

The position emphasizes safety-first operations, coordination of daily tasks, and collaboration with management to meet production goals.