Operator Warehouse Production (Lead)

Clean Harbors•Metairie, LA

3d•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Safety-Kleen Systems is hiring a Warehouse Production Operator Lead in Metairie, Louisiana, to lead and support Warehouse Production Operators in daily warehouse and production activities while promoting a safety-first culture. The role provides direction on warehouse operations, helps train employees, monitors workflow and productivity, and supports inventory accuracy, quality control, and continuous improvement. The position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which governs pay, schedule, and testing requirements. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and the hourly wage range is $20.40 to $26.52.

Requirements

2–3 years of warehouse or manufacturing experience.
Ability to work in hot and cold weather conditions.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to work well in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

3 or more years of supervisory, Lead, or Foreman experience in a production environment.
Forklift experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and support a team of Warehouse Production Operators in daily warehouse and production activities while promoting a strong safety-first culture.
Provide day-to-day direction on unloading and loading, inventory management, order fulfillment, and warehouse organization.
Assist with training new employees on standard operating procedures, warehouse processes, equipment operation, and safety expectations.
Monitor workflow and productivity to ensure daily production and shipping goals are achieved efficiently and accurately.
Coordinate work assignments and prioritize tasks based on operational needs and production schedules.
Answer operators' questions, troubleshoot operational issues, and escalate concerns to management as needed.
Promote compliance with company policies, environmental regulations, and health and safety procedures.
Conduct routine inspections of warehouse operations, inventory practices, and housekeeping standards.
Assist leadership with inventory accuracy initiatives, quality control checks, and continuous improvement efforts.
Support employee development through coaching, mentoring, and reinforcement of operational best practices.
Communicate with management, production teams, shipping and receiving personnel, and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
Lead by example through professionalism, accountability, attendance, and adherence to safe work practices.