Warehouse Foreman

Job Description

Are you an experienced Warehouse Foreman within the removals industry, looking for a new role in a company with nearly 150 years of experience within the logistics and removals sector?

Due to continued growth, we're looking for Warehouse Foreman who will work to improve and develop warehouse operating systems by determining handling and storage requirements; implementing, enforcing, and evaluating policies and procedures; developing processes for receiving items, equipment and plant servicing, inventory management and organisation. You’ll also be responsible for the health and safety policy and procedures within the warehouse to ensure a safe working environment for our colleagues and visitors.

Daily Tasks

Organising the warehouse, making sure the warehouse is tidy and safe
Operating and moving the forklifts and daily checks on the forklifts for defects
Maintaining warehouse management system,
Collating a daily defect report and informing the Operations Manager of the defects
Issuing PPE/Uniforms and registering items
Daily Equipment checks
Ensuring vehicles are delivered for service in line with bookings
Be responsible for, promote and lead on Health and Safety in the Warehouse and the surrounding work area.
Assist with the site housekeeping
Deal with deliveries to the site
Act as a driver porter as and when required by the business
Weekly and Monthly tasks
Complete packing material stock takes
Update equipment service planner
Oversee the booking of plant and equipment inspections
Monitor the return of vehicle and equipment service sheets
Complete weekly workplace inspections
Sign off corrective actions on defect sheets
Complete checks for hazards and correct issues
Complete packing comparison checks
Complete AED checks
Manage the waste on site
Ensure Tyre inspections are being completed

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
  
• Day shift
  
• Monday to Friday
  

Requirements
Proven ability to implement process improvements
Strong Organisation skills
Leadership skills and ability to manage staff
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
Qualification in logistics, supply chain management (Desirable)
Driving Licence (Essential)
Containerised Storage Experience (Preferred)
Knowledge of health and safety regulations
Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
Experience as a warehouse operative/foreman
Previous experience in a warehouse environment
Forklift Truck licence is essential (Counterbalance & Reach truck)
Containerised Storage Experience Preferred

Additional:  The role may involve some travel nationwide and may involve overnight stays.

BenefitsCompany pension
Employee discount
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
On-site parking



Requirements
Proven ability to implement process improvements Strong Organisation skills Leadership skills and ability to manage staff Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills Qualification in logistics, supply chain management (Desirable) Driving Licence (Essential) Containerised Storage Experience (Preferred) Knowledge of health and safety regulations Strong organisational skills with attention to detail Experience as a warehouse operative/foreman Previous experience in a warehouse environment Forklift Truck licence is essential (Counterbalance & Reach truck) Containerised Storage Experience Preferred Additional: The role may involve some travel nationwide and may involve overnight stays.

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