Warehouse Lead

Job description

Position: Putaway Lead Location: Kelowna, BC Are you a responsible individual who has excellent interpersonal skills? Are you looking to develop your leadership skills within the distribution team? Then come bring distribution to life at our Distribution Center located in Kelowna! We are hiring multiple Warehouse Leads to support key functions within our distribution center, including Putaway, and Returns. As a Warehouse Lead, you will be responsible for leading a team, driving productivity and accuracy, and ensuring daily operations run efficiently. Based on your experience and strengths, you will be placed in the area that best aligns with your skillset. Why work for Lordco? Our employees are our family, and we want to make sure they are taken care of. We support the health and well-being of you and your family through quality programs and plans. We want you to feel valued and welcomed within our diverse, inclusive team, and here’s how we do it: Extended Benefits for You and Your Family Health, Dental & Vision Care Insurance Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability Education and Savings Plans, RRSP matching Health and Wellness program Employee & Family Assistance Program Generous Employee Perks and Discounts Career Development Support & Promote-From-Within Culture Work Flexibility to fit your unique schedule What You’ll Do: Depending on your assigned area, you will: Lead daily warehouse activities including order picking, put away, or returns processing Ensure: Orders are picked accurately and on time Inventory is stored efficiently within target timelines Returns are processed and completed Monitor team performance (productivity, accuracy, workflow) Conduct floor walks, quality checks, and audits Supervise, coach, and support a team of warehouse associates Train new hires and support ongoing development Lead daily huddles to review priorities, goals, and updates Manage schedules, breaks, and staffing needs Coordinate workflow to ensure smooth movement of product through the facility Help balance labour across departments during peak periods Support standardized processes and training documentation Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives Resolve discrepancies, damages, or non-scannable items Maintain clean separation and organization of inventory and returns Maintain a safe, clean, and organized warehouse Enforce WorkSafe and company safety policies Participate in safety programs and initiatives Track and report key metrics such as productivity, accuracy, and operational performance Communicate updates, challenges, and wins to leadership Do you fit the part? Must be willing to work as a member of a team and be flexible in undertaking a variety of duties that will contribute to the success of the organization. The ability to be organized, multitask, and solve problems. Experience working in a warehouse setting. Strong attention to detail and highly organized. Look for any unsafe practices or work areas and report them to a Safety Committee member. Keep current with product knowledge. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum 2 years of warehouse experience in a lead or supervisory capacity Experience in one or more of the following: Order picking / fulfillment Inventory / put away Returns processing Familiarity with RF scanners and warehouse systems At Lordco Auto Parts, we are committed to fostering a culture that celebrates diversity, promotes equity, and prioritizes inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We recognize that embracing diversity enriches our workplace, enhances our perspectives, and fuels innovation. Wage is $21.50-24.00/hr, based on experience Apply now and join our family today! #WPC1