At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Reverse Logistics and Hygiene teams to ensure smooth operations and hygiene standards.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in Darlington with a focus on operational excellence.
- Benefits: Earn £14.53 per hour plus bonuses for weekends and bank holidays.
- Other info: Flexible working environment with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by improving processes and leading a dedicated team.
- Qualifications: FLT experience required; strong organisational skills and teamwork essential.
The predicted salary is between 14.53 - 14.53 £ per hour.
To oversee the work of the Reverse Logistics & Hygiene teams to ensure functional operation and hygiene standards. Support and assist the Reverse Logistics and Hygiene Manager to ensure core operational priorities of the business are completed to a high standard.
Responsibilities
- Support the daily operation of the Reverse Logistics and Hygiene departments to ensure all operational targets and hygiene standards are achieved.
- Take operational responsibility for the department in the absence of the manager, ensuring continuity of service and effective decision-making.
- Coordinate reverse logistics yard activities, including the movement and loading of pallets, cardboard, bun trays, and waste streams.
- Liaise with transport teams, suppliers, contractors, and trailer providers to ensure timely collections, trailer swaps, and smooth operational flow.
- Manage barrel trailer operations, including unloading, palletising, reloading full barrels, and replenishing empty barrels for distribution.
- Assist in coordinating workloads and supporting team members to ensure tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to required standards.
- Monitor yard and site hygiene standards, ensuring compliance with food safety, health & safety, and company procedures.
- Support the wider hygiene team where required to maintain operational effectiveness across the site.
- Complete operational and administrative duties accurately and in line with company policies and legal requirements, including waste stream documentation and operational records.
- Work within a multi-temperature food storage environment while maintaining safe working practices at all times.
- Identify opportunities for operational improvement and support the implementation of more efficient working methods.
- Promote a positive team culture through effective communication, collaboration, and day-to-day operational support.
Profile
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to changes to meet the demands placed on the company by our customer.
- Calm under pressure.
- Strong H&S awareness.
- Innovative, forward-thinking, able to think ‘outside the box’ and generate new opportunities for improvement.
- A team player.
- Attention to detail.
- Able to work on own initiative and as a team with minimal supervision.
- Strong organisational skills.
Qualifications
- Computer literate with a good understanding of Microsoft Office.
- FLT experience is essential.
- Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP) experience is desirable.
Benefits
- Weekend and bank holiday enhancements.
- Annual bonus.
Team Lead Reverse Logistics employer: Martin Brower UK and Ireland
As a Team Lead in Reverse Logistics at our Darlington location, you will thrive in a supportive and dynamic work environment that prioritises employee growth and operational excellence. We offer competitive pay with enhancements for weekends and bank holidays, alongside an annual bonus, fostering a culture of teamwork and innovation where your contributions are valued and recognised. Join us to be part of a company that champions safety, efficiency, and a positive workplace atmosphere, ensuring you have the tools and opportunities to succeed.
Contact Details:
Martin Brower UK and Ireland Recruitment Team
