Warehouse Team Lead

**Who are we? **Altro has been at the forefront of innovation for over 100 years. Today, working closely with architects, end customers, engineers, designers and contractors around the world, our insight and expertise help them transform everyday spaces into environments that can improve the wellbeing of everyone that uses them.

As a family-founded business, we have a strong sense of what we value and a way of thinking inspired by The Bauhaus - a balance of quality, form and design-led function - that puts people’s needs at the heart of everything we do. It’s a human-centered approach to designing for the demands of 21st century life.

With offices across Europe, the Americas, Asia Pacific and the Middle East, we remain committed to developing solutions that stand the test of time.

We combine the best in contemporary style with the functionality required to improve the way we all live and work, wherever in the world that may be.

**What are we looking for? **Our team is seeking personable and motivated _**Top Talent**_ to support the company’s warehouse team as Warehouse Associate located in our Mississauga, Canada location. The Warehouse Associate will be responsible for duties related, but not limited to pulling customer orders, loading trucks and receiving in product.

**RESPONSIBILITES**:

- Lead, train, and mentor a team of warehouse associates, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Assign tasks, set daily goals, and monitor the performance of team members to achieve operational targets.
- Provide coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations to support continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Coordinate and prioritize order picking, packing, and shipping activities to meet customer and operational requirements.
- Ensure accurate inventory levels through regular cycle counts, reconciliations, and adherence to inventory control procedures.
- Collaborate with the Warehouse Manager to optimize inventory processes and maintain accurate records in the warehouse management system (WMS).
- Implement and enforce standardized procedures for order processing, quality checks, and inventory accuracy.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reduce errors.
- Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with company policies, safety guidelines, and industry regulations.

*It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position. Similarly, we cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company's needs may change over time. Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description. The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs.

**JOB QUALIFICATIONS**:

- High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field is a plus.
- Proven experience in warehouse operations, preferably within the construction or building materials industry.
- 1+ years’ experience in a supervisory or team lead role.
- Strong knowledge of walling and flooring materials, construction terminology, and industry-specific warehouse practices.
- Excellent leadership skills and the ability to motivate and guide a team effectively.
- Proficiency in using warehouse management systems (WMS) and other relevant technology.
- Solid understanding of inventory management, order processing, and quality control procedures.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective team and stakeholder interactions.
- Forklift certification and experience operating warehouse equipment preferred.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in a warehouse environment.

**Hours of work**:This is a fulltime (40 hour) a week position with days and hours of work being Monday through Friday, between 7:00am and 4:00pm. Hours of work may vary based on business needs.

**What do we offer? **We are proud to offer a competitive salary, as well as a generous holiday package which includes a company shutdown, with pay, for the week between Christmas and New Year’s among other holidays.

**COVID-19 Statement**:At Altro Americas we take COVID-19 seriously, and during this challenging time, we are focused on supporting our employees, customers, and local communities in which we operate. We have successfully worked to avoid disruptions caused by COVID-19, while at the same time acting responsibly to do what we can to prevent further spread of the virus by adhering to CDC guidelines, as well as guidelines from our local government. We will continue to closely monitor and assess the evolving situation and will be diligent about