A manufacturing company near Oxford are looking for an experienced Warehouse
Team Leader to be responsible for the storage and accuracy of stock within your designated area of responsibility.
You will be reporting to the Logistics Manager and responsible for supervising a team working in the warehouse and may be required to deputising for the Logistics Manager.
You need to look after the effective storage, control and housekeeping of the company's raw material and component stock. It will involve overseeing the daily operations of the warehouse functions, ensuring that all inventory is located, stored correctly, and kitted efficiently and transacted on SAP accurately. The role involves supervising a team and prioritising health and safety and driving continuous improvement in processes and productivity.
Main Duties:
Assist in the management of the raw material Stores to ensure:
Supervise, coordinate, and support a team of Logistics operatives.
Enforce health and safety regulations and operates per company health and safety procedures and ensure the team follows best practices.
Monitor and manage the storage, kitting and dispatch of goods and materials.
Ensure stock levels are accurately maintained and recorded in the inventory management system.
Ensures strict adherence and implementation of FIFO. Paying particular attention to the product life cycle by rotation of mouldings, engines, adhesives, Electrical and general consumable products
Conduct regular stock counts and assist with audits.
Allocate tasks and monitor team performance to ensure KPIs and deadlines are met.
Report and investigate discrepancies or damages in stock or deliveries.
Ensure Kits are correctly allocated and processed in WJTs operating systems.
Assist with training new team members and upskilling existing staff.
Liaise with procurement, production, Composites and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
Identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions to improve efficiency.
Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the warehouse area.
Undertakes problem solving and other tasks as directed by the Logistics Manager.
Be visible on the floor to support the team and queries relating to the production line.
Where required drive FLTs to support the team in moving goods and acting as an additional member on the floor during holidays or busy periods
Qualifications and Experience
You must have experience of Warehouse/Logistics procedures,
preferably gained in a manufacturing environment.
You must have experience of Warehouse/Logistics procedures
Previous team management experience is required.
Forklift licence, but company will provide training if required.
Have the ability to communicate at all levels within the organisation.
Hours are Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm, salary c£35k depending on experience with full training given. 23 days holiday, a yearly bonus, Bupa Healthcare and contributed Pension along with plenty of free parking. Due to the location, you must have your own transport