Team Leader – Logistics (Warehouse)

The Role

We're hiring a Logistics Team Leader for a busy manufacturing and distribution site in Kirkby-in-Ashfield. You'll work with the Warehouse Manager and another Team Leader to keep delivery prep, fleet operations, picking, storage and compliance running smoothly.

Perfect for someone hands‑on, computer‑literate and ready to develop. Full training provided on internal systems.

Hours

• Mon-Thu: 07:00-15:30
• Fri: 07:00-14:30
• Extra hours when needed to load carriers and vans for next-day routes.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivery Preparation: Package and secure goods to ADR standards, ensure clean and safe loading, complete delivery/collection paperwork accurately.
• Fleet Support: Assist with route planning, Fleetmatic reports, daily vehicle checks, MOTs, servicing, breakdowns and driver hours/manifests.
• Carrier Management: Book deliveries, declare consignments correctly, manage labelling, support damage claims and resolve transport queries.
• Compliance: Follow DGSA rules for loading, securing, packaging and documentation. Support ISO9001, ISO14001 and environmental processes.
• Order Picking & Despatch: Oversee picking accuracy, packing quality, delivery note checks, returns processing and communication with production.
• Finished Goods Storage: Support weekly stock checks, rotation, call‑off stock, reorder levels and safe storage standards.
• Customer Service Support: Help resolve order queries, delivery issues and contribute to complaint investigations.
• Health & Safety: Maintain high H&S standards, complete FLT checks, enforce safe working practices and strong housekeeping.

What You Need

• Computer literate – able to learn internal systems
• Experience in logistics/warehouse operations
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Proactive, hardworking and keen to develop
• ADR/DGSA understanding (training provided)
• FLT licence preferred – critical to the role

Why Apply

• £13.51 per hour
• Long-term stability
• Training and development
• Supportive team
• Clear progression opportunities