Warehouse Team Lead Job
To successfully oversee warehouse operations, you will ensure accurate and timely handling of materials, inventory, and shipments. This role supports the overall production process by maintaining efficient workflows and collaborating with other departments.
Main Responsibilities
* Accurately receive incoming goods and verify them against purchase orders and shipping documents.
* Coordinate the loading and unloading of materials from trucks, ensuring proper handling and storage.
* Dispatch goods in a timely manner to meet customer or production requirements.
Inventory Management
* Maintain inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and reconciliation of discrepancies.
* Use warehouse management systems (WMS) or enterprise resource planning (ERP) software to track inventory levels, update stock records, and manage orders.
* Conduct daily cycle counts, investigate stock discrepancies, and escalate to the warehouse lead.
* Label, organize, and store products according to established safety and quality procedures.
Warehouse Operations
* Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant warehouse environment according to workplace health and safety regulations.
* Operate forklifts, high reach, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
* Prepare materials and products for production as per manufacturing schedules.
* Assign tasks to the warehouse team on the floor and optimize manpower utilization.
* Complete the warehouse operator's timesheet.
* Ensure the warehouse/logistics operators are trained and signed off per their defined levels.
Logistics Support
* Coordinate transportation and distribution activities to ensure timely delivery of goods.
* Collaborate with suppliers, shipping companies, and internal teams to resolve logistics issues or delays.
Requirements
* A minimum of 3 years of experience as a team lead with a proven track record.
* Familiarity with SAP, Excel, and Microsoft Suite is an added advantage.
* Material handling equipment such as electric tuggers and forklift/high reach (Forklift license necessary).