Warehouse Team Lead Supervisor Manager Food And Pharma Manufacturing
Warehouse Team Lead / Supervisor / Manager | Food & Pharma Manufacturing
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Warehouse Team Lead | Food & Pharma ManufacturingLocation: Near Clayton / South-East Melbourne
Industry: Food & Pharmaceutical ManufacturingEmployment Type: Full-Time Permanent
Lead a High-Performing Warehouse Team in a Growing Manufacturing BusinessWe are seeking an experienced and hands-on Warehouse Team Lead to join a well-established food and pharmaceutical manufacturing brand with new operations based in Melbourne's south-east.
Reporting to the Production Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day coordination of warehouse activities while leading a team of three forklift operators. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated warehouse professional who enjoys balancing leadership responsibilities with hands-on operational involvement.
Working within a highly regulated manufacturing environment, you will play a key role in ensuring inventory accuracy, safe warehouse operations, production support, and on-time dispatch performance.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor and coordinate a team of three forklift drivers
Oversee daily warehouse operations including receivables, storage, inventory movements and dispatch
Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, food safety and quality standards
Maintain accurate inventory records and stock control processes
Coordinate raw material supply to production and finished goods movements
Conduct cycle counts and assist with stocktakes
Monitor warehouse KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives




Ensure all warehouse activities comply with company safety policies and procedures
Support workforce planning, training and performance management
Liaise closely with Production, Quality and Supply Chain teams
About You
Previous experience in a Warehouse Team Leader, Warehouse Supervisor or Senior Storeperson role - playing a lead role within a warehousing environment of a food or pharmaceutical manufacturing company is ideal with room to progress into a Warehouse Manager role in the future
Experience within food manufacturing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, FMCG or other regulated industries highly regarded
Current forklift licence (LF) with strong operating experience as well as reach truck and counter balance experience
Proven ability to lead and motivate small teams understanding the big picture whilst still being hands on
Strong inventory management and warehouse systems experience
Sound understanding of workplace health and safety requirements
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Intermediate computer skills across ERP/WMS systems such as SAP, NetSuite etc
What's On Offer
Permanent full-time position
Stable and growing manufacturing business
Supportive leadership team and positive workplace culture
Chance to make a genuine impact and drive improvements
South-east Melbourne location with onsite parking
Competitive salary package based on experience
IMPORTANT: It is a requirement of all our jobs that you have a PR or AU/NZ Citizenship.A work visa is not sufficient as all our jobs are permanent. Please do not apply if you do not meet these requirements.
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📌 Warehouse Team Lead Supervisor Manager Food And Pharma Manufacturing (Melbourne)
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