Operator Warehouse Production (Lead)

CleanHarbors•Metairie, LA

About The Position

Safety-Kleen Systems is hiring a Warehouse Production Operator Lead in Metairie, Louisiana. This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which governs pay, schedule, and testing requirements. The work 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. The Lead supports and directs Warehouse Production Operators in daily warehouse and production work, including loading and unloading, inventory management, order fulfillment, and warehouse organization. The role helps ensure production and shipping goals are met, promotes safety and regulatory compliance, supports employee training and development, and coordinates with management and other departments to maintain smooth operations.

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

Responsibilities

Lead and support Warehouse Production Operators in daily activities while promoting a safety-first culture.
Provide day-to-day direction for loading and unloading, inventory management, order fulfillment, and warehouse organization.
Help train new employees on standard operating procedures, warehouse processes, equipment operation, and safety expectations.
Monitor workflow and productivity to help meet daily production and shipping goals efficiently and accurately.
Coordinate work assignments and prioritize tasks according to 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 with inventory accuracy initiatives, quality control checks, and continuous improvement efforts.
Coach and mentor employees and reinforce operational best practices.
Communicate with management, production teams, shipping and receiving personnel, and other departments.
Lead by example through professionalism, accountability, attendance, and adherence to safe work practices.