Warehouse operator

Lonza; Slough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Lonza as a Warehouse Operative in Slough, where you will play a critical role in our Manufacturing division. Your responsibilities will include raw material management and adhering to GMP standards, contributing to the efficient operation of our facilities. Bring your warehouse experience to a global leader in life sciences and help us make a difference in millions of lives through our innovative solutions.

Benefits

Shift Premium

Callout Premium

Qualifications

• Proven experience in large warehouse or manufacturing environments.
• Desirable experience in regulated environments.
• Ability to operate forklift and other manual handling equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage raw material activities including receipt, inspection, and delivery.
• Ensure materials are stocked and maintained according to GMP standards.
• Conduct usability and labelling checks for production areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Time management

Continuous improvement

Job description

Warehouse Operative

Location: Slough

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

The role:

Join Lonza AG as a Warehouse Operative and be a part of our outstanding team in the United Kingdom! Our ambitious and world-class Manufacturing division is growing, and we need dedicated individuals to help us continue our success story. This role is critical in ensuring our operations run efficiently and our customers receive flawless service.

Shift Patterns: Monday to Friday 8am - 4.30pm Saturday & Sunday 6am to 2pm (1 in 3 Weekends) Shift Premium and Callout Premium in addition to your base salary!

Key responsibilities:

• Perform raw material management activities, including receipt, inspection, labelling, put away, storage, picking, checking, delivery, returns, and cycle counting.

• Manage bulk and sample material activities, from receipt and checking to packing and shipping, following (Good manufacturing Practice (GMP) and customer specifications.

• Ensure all areas are stocked with necessary consumables, engineering items, gases, and equipment.

• Conduct usability, expiry, and labelling checks for materials delivered to production areas.

• Maintain accurate stock levels and records, ensuring all documentation is up to date.

• Monitor cold rooms, freezers, and warehouse temperatures to ensure accurate storage conditions.

• Adhere to GMP standards and safety precautions, completing all required training and keeping records compliant.

• Perform housekeeping activities, promptly reporting issues and ensuring audit readiness.

• Support Lean practices and engage in continuous improvement activities.

• Be responsible for on-call warehouse duties as required.

Key requirements:

• Proven experience in large warehouse or a manufacturing environment is essential for this role.

• Working within a regulated environment is highly desirable.

• Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.

• Ability to operate forklift and other manual handling equipment is desirable but not essential.

• Reliable, with good time-keeping and a proactive approach to tasks.

• Dedication to maintaining high standards and continuous improvement.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.