Warehouse Team Lead

Are you an experienced logistics professional ready to take the next step? Randstad is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Team Leader to join a premier client's team in Brantford, Ontario. In this pivotal role, you will monitor daily shift activities, ensure operational excellence, and maintain an efficient supply chain flow. If you are a natural leader with a sharp eye for detail and a commitment to safe work practices, this position within our manufacturing & logistics division is the perfect opportunity for you. As a Warehouse Team Leader, you will support the Warehouse Supervisor by coordinating crucial shipping and receiving functions. This position operates on a 12-hour continental shift from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, offering an excellent work-life balance with predictable hours. Commuting is entirely stress-free, as this modern facility is conveniently located directly on a local transit bus route. Given the fast-paced nature of this facility, regular and punctual attendance is a top priority. You will lead by example, maintaining an organized environment and keeping open lines of communication between carriers, customer service, and warehouse personnel. This position is an English-only role, requiring strong written and verbal communication skills to coordinate seamlessly across the floor. Your daily focus will center around optimizing warehouse processes while actively promoting plant safety goals and Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP). Randstad Operational: Secure a job that complements your skills, supports work-life balance, and powers your goals. Get access to a range of job opportunities through permanent, temp, or contract roles with the best employers, plus ongoing training from a trusted partner who cares about your working life and well-being.

Advantages
• Competitive compensation starting at $25.00/hr.
• Stable and predictable schedule featuring a 12-hour continental shift (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM).
• Conveniently located in Brantford, Ontario, with direct accessibility on a local bus route.
• Excellent opportunity to work with an industry leader with robust safety standards.
• Gain valuable leadership experience within a dynamic manufacturing & logistics environment.
• Access to ongoing professional support and career guidance through specialized Randstad recruiters.

Responsibilities
• Monitor daily shift activities and maintain all shipping and receiving functions.
• Print pick sheets and distribute copies to the warehouse department teams.
• Schedule transportation carriers for freight pick-up and coordinate timely arrivals.
• Process inbound and outbound loads efficiently utilizing the internal TMC Portal system.
• Obtain accurate freight rates for quotes and logistical planning.
• Process and verify critical documentation, including bills of lading and packing lists.
• Utilize JDE shipping, receiving, and inventory screens to successfully process orders.
• Review the shipping schedule daily and update real-time changes.
• Act as the central liaison between transportation carriers, customer service, and warehouse personnel.
• Communicate customer or carrier issues promptly, including stock discrepancies and late appointments.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area while adhering to GMP compliance.
• Promote plant-wide performance goals specifically targeting safety and housekeeping.
• Perform additional operational duties assigned by management.

Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent educational certification.
• Mandatory and valid external forklift certification; must have successfully passed written and practical evaluations.
• Active Power Industrial Truck (PIT) Certification required for facility machinery.
• Flexibility to work a continental schedule, which includes weekends, holidays, and scheduled overtime.
• Absolute commitment to excellent attendance, punctuality, and reliable shift performance.
• Full capability to meet all physical and technical responsibilities outlined to safely execute the job.
• Thorough knowledge of freight classifications, LTL, and Truckload (T/L) shipping dynamics.
• Advanced proficiency in JDE, DcLink, Excel, and Microsoft Office software.
• Proven decision-making capabilities and demonstrated respect among workspace peers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong analytical, computer, and organizational skills.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination, physical agility, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a potentially isolated area of the facility.

Summary
At Randstad, we are dedicated to helping you build a fulfilling career in manufacturing & logistics. Our expert recruiters are specialized in your industry and are ready to partner with you to find your ideal workspace. If you are an experienced Warehouse Team Leader looking for a stable, transit-friendly career opportunity in Brantford, Ontario, we want to hear from you. Please apply directly through our website today or reach out to a Randstad recruiter to jumpstart your application! If this particular Warehouse Team Leader position doesn’t completely align with your current career goals, connect with us anyway to explore our extensive network of diverse and rewarding job openings.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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