Warehouse Lead

Applied Medical•Mississauga, ON

147d•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Medical is seeking a warehouse lead to own the daily execution of warehouse operations, including order fulfillment, inventory handling, and shipment processing. The warehouse lead works hands-on alongside the warehouse associate while taking ownership of workflow priorities and issue resolution. In a lean, two-person operation, this warehouse operations lead applies practical judgment, autonomy, and a team-first approach to keep picking, packing, shipping, and receiving moving on schedule. Flexibility and adaptability to shifting priorities support success in this shipping and receiving lead role.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Two to five years of experience in warehouse, distribution, or operations environments
Proficiency with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail
Ability to prioritize and manage a daily workload with minimal supervision
Comfort navigating ERP systems, reports, and operational data
Effective communication and collaboration as a team member
Hands-on, proactive, and adaptable approach in a lean environment with shifting priorities
Ability to work in an indoor warehouse environment without cold storage or hazardous materials
Ability to lift and carry up to fifty pounds

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP enterprise resource planning software
Experience in a medical device, healthcare, or regulated distribution environment

Responsibilities

Execute daily picking, packing, shipping, and receiving activities accurately and on schedule.
Coordinate and prioritize the daily workload to meet service expectations and maintain throughput.
Monitor order flow, resolve fulfillment issues, and coordinate carrier handoffs so outbound shipments leave on time.
Maintain inventory accuracy through correct system transactions, sound handling practices, and discrepancy investigation.
Manage return and reverse logistics processes, including returned goods authorization (RGA) and equipment returns, and support quarantine segregation and documentation.
Sustain a safe, organized warehouse environment and report facility or equipment issues promptly.
Guide and support the warehouse associate while promoting a collaborative, accountable, and solutions-oriented team.
Identify recurring operational issues and propose practical process improvements with the broader operations team.