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Warehouse Section Leader
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- Widnes
- Permanent
- Full Time
- £33,500 - £33,500 Per Annum
Job Description
Warehouse Section Leader
Widnes, Cheshire
The Company
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company, we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
We are now looking for a Warehouse Section Leader to join us on a full-time, permanent basis at our Widnes site (WA8 0ZU), working 22:00 to 06:30, Monday to Saturday morning.
The Benefits
- Salary of £33,500.17 with a £1,872 shift allowance
- 25 holiday days plus Bank Holidays
- Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
- Health cash plan
- Company pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee referral scheme
- Critical Illness Cover
- Free online Fitness Platform, i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
- Employee benefits, i.e., free eye test, up to 25% off gym membership, and high street vouchers
- Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling and Care Concierge Service
- Tailored development and career opportunities
This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and safety-conscious team leader with a counterbalance forklift truck licence to join our industry-leading logistics organisation.
You’ll gain the opportunity to lead from the front in a high-performing environment where innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
And, with structured development pathways and opportunities to progress, you’ll be empowered to build a rewarding long-term career in logistics leadership.
So, if you want to be part of a company where your skills, ideas, and commitment to excellence will help shape the future of supply chain logistics, then apply today!
The Role
As a Warehouse Section Leader, you’ll play a key role in keeping warehouse operations running smoothly at our Widnes site.
Leading a team of operatives, you’ll make sure that every shift runs efficiently, safely, and in line with company standards and procedures.
Day-to-day, you’ll oversee workflow, delegate tasks, and ensure staff are briefed, supported, and performing to high standards whilst ensuring that all activities are carried out safely and in compliance with company and customer requirements.
Additionally, you will:
- Manage staff performance, attendance, and conduct in line with company procedures
- Ensure consistent 5S compliance and promote safe working practices
- Handle communication between management and team members
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency
- Carry out equipment checks and escalate any safety or operational concerns
About You
To be considered as a Section Leader, you will need:
- Team leadership and/or supervision experience from a logistics or production background
- Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A full counterbalance forklift truck licence
Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
The closing date for this role is 11th August 2026.
Other organisations may call this role Warehouse Supervisor, Warehouse Shift Leader, Warehouse Shift Supervisor, Warehouse Operations Supervisor, Warehouse Operations Team Leader, Logistics Team Leader, Logistics Supervisor, Warehouse Manager, Warehouse Lead, or Warehouse Operations Leader.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
At Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process. Still, we encourage candidates to use them to enhance their applications rather than replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.
Disability Confident
Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer that encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants, regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
So, if you want to join us as a Warehouse Section Leader, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency
Widnes, Cheshire
The Company
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company, we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
We are now looking for a Warehouse Section Leader to join us on a full-time, permanent basis at our Widnes site (WA8 0ZU), working 22:00 to 06:30, Monday to Saturday morning.
The Benefits
- Salary of £33,500.17 with a £1,872 shift allowance
- 25 holiday days plus Bank Holidays
- Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
- Health cash plan
- Company pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee referral scheme
- Critical Illness Cover
- Free online Fitness Platform, i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
- Employee benefits, i.e., free eye test, up to 25% off gym membership, and high street vouchers
- Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling and Care Concierge Service
- Tailored development and career opportunities
This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and safety-conscious team leader with a counterbalance forklift truck licence to join our industry-leading logistics organisation.
You’ll gain the opportunity to lead from the front in a high-performing environment where innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
And, with structured development pathways and opportunities to progress, you’ll be empowered to build a rewarding long-term career in logistics leadership.
So, if you want to be part of a company where your skills, ideas, and commitment to excellence will help shape the future of supply chain logistics, then apply today!
The Role
As a Warehouse Section Leader, you’ll play a key role in keeping warehouse operations running smoothly at our Widnes site.
Leading a team of operatives, you’ll make sure that every shift runs efficiently, safely, and in line with company standards and procedures.
Day-to-day, you’ll oversee workflow, delegate tasks, and ensure staff are briefed, supported, and performing to high standards whilst ensuring that all activities are carried out safely and in compliance with company and customer requirements.
Additionally, you will:
- Manage staff performance, attendance, and conduct in line with company procedures
- Ensure consistent 5S compliance and promote safe working practices
- Handle communication between management and team members
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency
- Carry out equipment checks and escalate any safety or operational concerns
About You
To be considered as a Section Leader, you will need:
- Team leadership and/or supervision experience from a logistics or production background
- Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A full counterbalance forklift truck licence
Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
The closing date for this role is 11th August 2026.
Other organisations may call this role Warehouse Supervisor, Warehouse Shift Leader, Warehouse Shift Supervisor, Warehouse Operations Supervisor, Warehouse Operations Team Leader, Logistics Team Leader, Logistics Supervisor, Warehouse Manager, Warehouse Lead, or Warehouse Operations Leader.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
At Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process. Still, we encourage candidates to use them to enhance their applications rather than replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.
Disability Confident
Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer that encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants, regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
So, if you want to join us as a Warehouse Section Leader, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency