Warehouse Team Leader Penrose

6 days ago

Mangere East, New Zealand Vitaco Health Ltd Full time

**Role overview**:
Are you ready to take charge and make a significant impact in a dynamic warehouse environment? We’re seeking a Warehouse Team Leader for a newly created role at our new premises in Penrose. You’ll start by managing a team of 4 permanent employees and 2 to 3 temps, with a clear path to grow the team over the next 14 months as the new production line becomes operational in 2025. This hands-on role will see you at the forefront for the first 12 months, reporting directly to the Warehouse Manager based at our larger warehouse in East Tamaki. You'll lead daily operations and drive strategies to ensure peak efficiency and seamless site movements. This role is in the day shift from 8.00am to 4.30pm, with the requirement to work one Saturday a month.

This is a unique opportunity to build and shape a team from the ground up as we are expecting to grow to a team of 10-15 staff by next year. If you have a proven track record in team leadership or solo operations management, this pivotal position will let your expertise shape the future of our Penrose warehouse operations.

**What you will be tasked with**:

- ** Lead and Inspire**: Act as a hands-on leader, managing a team of 6 to 7, and working closely with management to motivate and communicate effectively with yourteam.
- ** Ensure Safety and Compliance**: Take responsibility for health and safety practices, ensuring all safety and quality processes are followed, and promptly reporting and investigating any incidents.
- ** Drive Operational Efficiency**: Oversee daily operations to achieve optimal performance, meet delivery targets, and solve problems as they arise.
- ** Promote Continuous Improvement**: Implement process enhancements and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- ** Develop and Manage Performance**: Mentor, coach, and manage the performance of team members, focusing on their skill development and building team cohesion.

**Skills & competencies we are looking for**:

- You will be an innovative leader with experienced in Kaizen and confident in using problem solving techniques e.g. 5Why.
- You will be familiar with GEMBA Walks, Good Health & Safety Practices and 5S.
- Ability to run MBU1 (Toolbox) sessions and direct the people on the floor.
- The ability to visualise, articulate and solve both complex and uncomplicated problems; and make decisions that make sense based on all available information
- Negotiation skills and ability to persuade, influence and explore alternatives to reach acceptable outcomes and meet business objectives

**What we offer**:

- Competitive salary with annual reviews
- Personal development and training
- Great discounts on our products
- Access to discounted health insurance
- A day off on your birthday
- Wellness initiatives
- Access to naturopathic advice from our in-house experts
- A fun and supportive work environment and the list goes on

**About Vitaco**:
Vitaco is home to leading New Zealand and Australian supplements, health food, and sports nutrition brands, including **Nutra-Life, Healtheries, Athena, and Musashi**, which have been promoting healthier lives in over 30 countries worldwide for over 100 years. With a passion for health and wellness, Vitaco employs over 550 team members in New Zealand and Australia, dedicated to delivering the highest quality products through best-in-class manufacturing capabilities and exceptional customer service.

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