Warehouse Lead​/Manager - Chemicals - Shift

Position: Warehouse Lead / Manager - Chemicals - Shift
Our client is a fast-growing multi sector speciality distributor of chemicals and raw materials to the UK Manufacturing Industry. They are now seeking a Warehouse Lead . This position is site based in Redditch, Worcestershire and is a full-time permanent role working on a shift basis (Monday to Friday (8 hours a day between the hours of 6am to 10pm)) reporting to the Manufacturing Manager.

Job Purpose Responsible for the quality and productivity of warehousing processes within the company. Sets the example of what good looks like and identifies opportunities to improve health and safety and productivity. Documents SOPs. Provides training for colleagues. Manages the day-to-day operation of the clients warehouse with respect to goods in/out and health & safety requirements, and oversees the re-labelling, and repacking processes.

Provides oversight for the clients other two other sites. Work with the BSC Manager to ensure logistical warehouse support for our client both internally and externally is met. Support the Manufacturing Manager to develop the capability for simple chemical processing and laboratory formulation activities. Will step into process roles as needed from time to time.

Key Responsibilities Receiving Goods Receive, check and log purchase orders onto the system Book in goods received and enter all stock on the system (chemicals and packaging) Match delivery notes, COAs and MSDS from goods received to the correct purchase orders Receive, check and process sales orders ensuring correct COA, MSDS and work instructions Issuing log number to each order for traceability and logging orders onto the system Managing Warehouse and Stock Movements Checking finished orders are correct including quantity, transport requirements and address labels Produce monthly chemical and packaging stock checks Requesting additional packaging when needed Taking photos, scanning documents and emailing Facilitating stock audits Producing BRC work Instructions Occasional requirement to work on process operations as needed by the business.

Re-ordering consumables Facilitating stock takes Liaising with QA and H&S to maintain standards of Quality Management processes; health and safety, hygiene and security in the work environment, for example, ensuring that chemical stock is stored and handled safely Repacking / Re-labelling Goods To provide additional support to warehouse operatives when necessary Goods Dispatch Arrange transport arrangement including deliveries and collections Liaising with hauliers to arrange collections, deliveries and chase PODs Dealing with sales order queries Health and Safety Understands the correct PPE for each activit Ensuring correct handling Checking MSDS for hazardous information to relay to appropriate staff Producing DGN where necessary Safe unloading of raw materials Safe mapping of all chemicals Applying segregation rules for the storage of chemicals Identifying locations of all chemicals Checking receipt of chemicals against purchase order Warehouse cleanliness Capability to manage chemical spills Training Review training requirements for all Warehouse functions throughout the organisation and ensure they remain compliant.

Qualifications and Experience Warehouse / Logistics experience to BRC, FSSC or GTDP standard Clear written and oral communication skills Attention to detail, particularly with respect to weights and measures Ability to follow instructions Significant knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Professional telephone manner

Experience with in a customer service environment Desirable: A Forklift Truck qualification and valid license Knowledge of handling chemicals, as would a qualification in labelling and packing in accordance with IATA and ADR Regulations, although training will be provided COSHH In return, our client is offering a basic salary of £30,000 per annum plus benefits (salary is negotiable and dependent on experience).

To apply for the above position, please send your C.V to Louise Roughley, Director at Atom Scientific Recruitment Ltd.