Warehouse Operations Lead

Warehouse Operations LeadLocation: Lethbridge, Alberta, CanadaSalary: $65,000 - $75,000 CAN + BenefitsJob Type: Full-Time Typical Hours: Monday-Friday, 1st shift (7 am-4 pm or 8 am-5 pm); no weekendsTravel: Local customer deliveries as needed; company vehicle providedStart Date: ASAPSponsorship is not available
Warehouse Operations Lead Description
Our client in industrial distribution is looking for a Warehouse Operations Lead to help run a new distribution facility in Lethbridge, Alberta. You will lead a two-person warehouse while remaining hands-on with receiving, inventory, shipping, order fulfillment, and occasional customer deliveries. This is a working leadership role, so you will set priorities while performing similar day-to-day warehouse work alongside your direct report. To be considered, you must have warehouse leadership experience, hands-on ERP experience, and a valid driver's license. This is a great opportunity to take ownership of a new facility while following established processes from a growing organization expanding its Canadian operations to better serve the increasing needs of their customer base.
Warehouse Operations Lead Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations for a two-person warehouse and set work priorities• Pick, pack, receive, label, allocate, and ship customer orders• Manage inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and ERP transactions• Operate a forklift and offload inbound truckloads safely• Maintain warehouse layout, equipment, and safe work practices• Train your direct report on SOPs, ERP workflows, and daily processes• Manage day-to-day supervision and disciplinary matters for one direct report• Cover local customer deliveries and bin-stocking needs as required• Serve customers professionally during delivery and stocking visits• Help launch the facility using established warehouse processes and SOPs

Warehouse Operations Lead Qualifications

• Hands-on shipping, receiving, inventory, or warehouse experience required• Leadership (lead, supervisory or management) experience required• Proficiency with computers, and an ERP, WMS, or inventory software required• Ability to perform physical warehouse work and lift up to 50 lbs required• Valid driver's license required• Ability to operate or obtain certification to operate a forklift required