Process Manufacturing/Warehousing Operator

Lake Chemicals & Minerals Ltd; Redditch; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Chemicals & Minerals Ltd is seeking a Process Manufacturing/Warehousing Operator in Redditch, England. This role involves supporting day-to-day processing operations in manufacturing and warehousing, focusing on industrial powder packing and safety protocols. Responsibilities include managing stock levels, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and assisting in logistics. Candidates should have relevant manufacturing experience and a Forklift Truck qualification. The role demands attention to detail and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing that complies with BRC, FSSC, GMP or similar standards.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
• Attention to detail, especially with weights and measures.
• Ability to follow instructions and meet the physical demands of the role.
• Forklift Truck qualification and valid license.

Responsibilities

• Support processing operations for industrial powder packing and warehouse services.
• Manage stock levels and produce weekly/monthly stock reports.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and safety regulations.
• Arrange transport for finished goods and manage logistics.
• Assist in training for new and existing processes.

Skills

Manufacturing experience to BRC, FSSC, GMP or similar standards

Clear written and oral communication skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Professional telephone manner

Understanding SDS, COSHH and Risk Assessments

Forklift Truck qualification

Experience in a customer service environment

Job description

Process Manufacturing/Warehousing Operator

Carry out day-to-day processing operations support within Lake Manufacturing and Warehouse Services (LMS1, LMS2 and LMS3) concerning industrial powder packing/repacking, food & chemical processing, stock management and Health & Safety requirements. As required, support the other functions within the warehouse.

Work with the Process Lead to ensure all processing requirements for Lake Manufacturing Services are met.

Support the Process Lead to develop the capabilities for the food and chemical processing and laboratory formulation activities.

This position is primarily focussed on the industrial powder packing/repacking processes at the LMS3 site however cross-site working may required from time to time.

DUTIES

Processing

Work and assist in the production, packing and re-packing activities within the Rooms Industrial Powder Packing/Repacking facility, Food Production Rooms and Warehouse areas in LMS1, LMS2 and LMS3.

Manage stock levels in conjunction with the Process Lead.

Carry out cleaning activities to maintain a high standard of hygiene in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Assist in the writing and review of procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.

Support other processing activities as required.

Checking finished records to ensure the right first-time compliance.

Managing Warehouse and stock movements

Managing Warehouse and stock movements.

Produce weekly and monthly stock reports directly relating to chemical and food processing activities.

Ensure all packaging is available when needed.

Taking photos, scanning documents and emailing.

Record and maintain Work Instructions to accredited standards (BRC, FSSC, ISO).

Re-ordering consumables.

Liaising with QC and H&S to maintain standards of Quality Management processes, Health and Safety, hygiene and security in the work environment.

Goods Despatch

Arrange transport for finished goods including deliveries and collections.

Liaising with customers’ hauliers to arrange collections, deliveries and maintaining detailed records of these transactions in conjunction with BSC.

Health and Safety

Ensuring correct handling of materials at all times.

Follow the requirements of the MSDS to ensure safe handling.

Ensure high food safety standards are met at all times.

Safe loading & unloading of materials and finished goods.

Raising near miss and incident reports.

Identifying locations of raw materials and finished products.

Checking receipt of orders against purchase order.

Warehouse cleanliness.

As and when necessary, support other warehouse staff.

Training

Review training requirements for new and existing processes and ensure they remain compliant.

Ensure training requirements on BreatheHR are completed.

ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Manufacturing experience to BRC, FSSC, GMP or similar standards.

Clear written and oral communication skills.

Attention to detail, particularly with respect to weights and measures.

Ability to follow instructions.

Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Professional telephone manner.

Understanding SDS, COSHH and Risk Assessments.

Working shifts is a business requirement.

Able to meet the physical demands of the role.

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.

Operating within a warehouse environment.

Experience within a customer service environment.

Working shifts will be a business requirement in the future.

Business Hours

• Monday to Friday
  9:00 AM - 5:00 PM