Operator Warehouse Production (Lead)

Safety-Kleen Systems, in Metairie, LA, is hiring for a Warehouse Production Operator Lead, to join their safety conscious team!

This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Pay, schedule, and testing requirements are governed by the union contract.

Work Schedule (per CBA): Monday-Friday; 6AM-2:30PM

Hourly Wage Range (per CBA): $20.40/HR - $26.52/HR

Why work for Safety-Kleen?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5
• Competitive wages, and weekly overtime available
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Positive and safe work environments
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
  
  

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 to operators regarding unloading/loading activities, inventory management, order fulfillment, and warehouse organization.
• Assist with training new employees on standard operating procedures (SOPs), 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.
• Serve as a point of contact for operators by answering questions, troubleshooting operational issues, and escalating concerns to management as needed.
• Promote compliance with company policies, environmental regulations, and health & safety procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections of warehouse operations, inventory practices, and housekeeping standards to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Assist leadership with inventory accuracy initiatives, quality control checks, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support employee development through coaching, mentoring, and reinforcing operational best practices.
• Communicate effectively with management, production teams, shipping/receiving personnel, and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Lead by example through professionalism, accountability, attendance, and adherence to safe work practices.
  
  

Qualifications

What does it take to work for Safety-Kleen?

• 2-3 years warehouse/manufacturing experience
• 3 years supervisory, Lead, or Foreman experience in a production environment preferred
• Forklift experience preferred
• Ability to work in hot and cold weather conditions
• Basic computer knowledge
• Work well in a team environment
  
  

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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