Second Bind Looking for Warehouse Team Lead at North York, Ontario, Canada Full Time

We are looking for an experienced Warehouse Team Lead to oversee and coordinate the daily warehousing activities. You should be able to ensure that daily operations meet and exceed daily performance expectations and to increase the company’s overall market share.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a team of inventory associates
• Oversee the daily operations
• Conduct product and order inspection to ensure accuracy and quality
• Create daily operational tasks and assign them to team members
• Sell books and generate additional revenue for the company
• Perform maintenance tasks as needed to keep the warehouse and equipment in good condition
• Hold daily team meetings to review progress and plan for the day ahead
• Report stock levels, bugs in internal software, and incidents to the appropriate parties
• Provide end-of-day reports to summarize the day’s activities and progress
• Manage the team’s workload and set job assignments
• Perform regular asset and warehouse maintenance and create report
• Train new employees and ensure they are properly onboarded
• Train current employees on existing and new processes to improve efficiency
• Conduct performance reviews for team members and provide feedback and coaching as needed
• Use a forklift to move books and other materials as needed (active forklift license required)
• Create operational projects to improve processes and increase efficiency
• Interview candidates for open positions and make hiring decisions

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college education preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in warehouse operations, process improvement, and team management
• Experience in the book industry or with book donation processing is a plus
• Proficient in using inventory management software and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to operate a forklift and other warehouse equipment
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed

Benefits

• Paid Time Off Benefits
• Training & Development
• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• Employee Discounts