Job Description
JB472: Warehouse Shift Manager
Location: Nottingham
Salary: £35,000 - £37,500 per annum
Overview:
First Military Recruitment are currently supporting one of our established and expanding businesses in the search for a Warehouse Shift Manager
Our client encourage applications from ex-Military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.
Duties and Responsibilities for the Warehouse Shift Manager:
* Lead daily pre-shift briefings, communicating priorities, performance updates and safety reminders.
* Support a positive, collaborative working environment through clear expectations and respectful communication.
* Motivate operatives, offering coaching, encouragement and guidance.
* Provide feedback to team members and support multi-skilling and on-the-job training.
* Promote colleague wellbeing, responding fairly and promptly to concerns.
* Enforce Health & Safety working practices and initiative, and ensure the shift operates in a safe, tidy and compliant environment.
* Manage the workflow across picking, packing, goods-in, put-away and dispatch activities.
* Allocate labour effectively to meet operational targets and respond to volume fluctuations.
* Monitor shift KPIs (order accuracy, productivity, timeliness) and adjust workflow in real time.
* Uphold 5S standards, ensuring workspaces remain safe, organised and efficient.
* Conduct spot checks, audits and quality controls to maintain accuracy, compliance and a safe working environment.
* Troubleshoot delays, shortages, mis-picks or equipment issues promptly.
* Prepare accurate shift reports and handovers to the next shift.
* Support continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting solutions.
Skills and Qualifications for the Warehouse Shift Manager:
Essential:
* Proven experience in warehouse supervisor, leader or logistics management (supervisory level or above).
* Background in 3PL/warehouse management
* Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills.
* Good understanding of warehouse processes, stock control, and systems.
* Excellent time management, organisation and prioritisation skills.
* Knowledge of health & safety standards and manual handling regulations.
* Ability to analyze performance data and implement improvements.
* Flexible, problem-solving mindset with ability to work under pressure.
* Ability to optimise workflow and resource allocation.
* A keen eye for detail and the ability to understand, follow, and champion company procedures.
Preferred:
* Ability to train and develop staff while maintaining high engagement levels.
* Experience in labour management and task planning for a team.
* Understanding of relevant warehouse technologies.
* Certification in Health & Safety or Warehouse Management.
Location: Nottingham
Salary: £35,000 - £37,500 per annum