Lead Operator Logistics

8442 Solenis UK Industries Limited; Bradford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Program

EV charging

Onsite parking

Job summary

Solenis is seeking a proactive Lead Operator Logistics for our Bradford, West Yorkshire site. In this hands-on leadership role you will be the senior operator on shift, guiding operations, supporting your team and ensuring safety and efficiency in a high-hazard environment.

You will drive operational excellence, mentor operators, coordinate product flow, respond to alarms and uphold EHS policies while delivering targets and maintaining quality across the site.

Qualifications

• Experience in chemical manufacturing or hazardous process environments.
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations, COMAH, DVSA/HGV standards.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and support operational teams.
• Excellent situational awareness, problem-solving and decision-making.
• Ability to stay composed under pressure and respond to emergencies.
• Team player with focus on safety, efficiency and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift operations to meet production targets, safety and quality.
• Act as Incident Controller or Liaison Officer under the Site Emergency Plan.
• Issue permits, conduct hazard assessments, and enforce EHS policies.
• Mentor operators and support on-the-job training.
• Respond to alarms and troubleshoot plant/process issues.
• Coordinate product flow, stock, vehicle movements and warehouse interface.
• Maintain shift logs and handover documentation.
• Drive safety, reliability and housekeeping improvements (Lean/5S).

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Teamwork

Emergency response

Job description

Location: Low Moor, Bradford, West Yorkshire Hours - 06.30 - 18.30 on a rolling 3 on 3 off basis including bank holidays and weekends. Full details will be provided prior to interview.

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state‑of‑the‑art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, U.S with a global team of 23,000 professionals. With a network of manufacturing facilities, including 78 plants strategically located near our customers, we provide the right product at the right time, every time. Our customers can rely on our robust, resilient network to ensure supply chain continuity. Solenis is a 2026 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com.

We’re seeking a proactive and skilled Lead Operator Logistics to join our dynamic chemical manufacturing site in Bradford. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll be the senior operator on shift, guiding operations, supporting your team, and ensuring safety and efficiency in a high‑hazard environment. You’ll play a central role in driving operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Lead shift operations, ensuring production targets, safety standards, and quality requirements are consistently met.
• Act as Incident Controller, Main Controller, or Liaison Officer under the Site Emergency Plan.
• Issue permits (Hot Work/General), conduct hazard assessments, and enforce EHS policies.
• Mentor operators, support on‑the‑job training, and promote knowledge sharing.
• Respond to alarms and troubleshoot plant/process issues in real‑time.
• Coordinate product flow, stock allocation, vehicle movements, and warehouse interface.
• Maintain accurate shift logs, reports, and documentation for seamless handovers.
• Drive improvements in safety, process reliability, and housekeeping through initiatives like Lean and 5S.

About you

• Experience in chemical manufacturing or hazardous process environments.
• Strong understanding of EHS regulations, COMAH, DVSA/HGV standards, and chemical logistics.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and support operational teams.
• Excellent situational awareness, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to stay composed under pressure and respond swiftly in emergency situations.
• A team player with a commitment to safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary
• annual bonus scheme
• enhanced company pension scheme
• Private healthcare care
• Life assurance and Employee Assistance Programme
• Multi-faith room
• Ongoing training, development and support
• Onsite parking (some bays with EV Charging Points)

Join Us

We understand that not every candidate will possess every desired qualification listed above.

At Solenis, we recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We offer attractive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and abundant opportunities for professional growth and development.

Solenis is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Aff…

We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state‑of‑the‑art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.