Warehouse Operator: Fast-Paced Logistics & SAP

dsm-firmenich; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for growth

Competitive salary

Collective Labour Agreement

Job summary

dsm-firmenich is seeking a Warehouse Operator in Thirsk, UK to support dispatch, receiving and logistics. You will ensure accurate movement of goods, maintain safety standards and operate warehouse machinery on site.

The role requires forklift operation experience, SAP knowledge, and strong IT skills. You will work both independently and with a team to optimize stock movements and reporting.

Qualifications

• GCSEs or equivalent.
• Valid UK forklift license and experience operating warehouse machinery.
• Knowledge of UK health and safety regulations and food safety standards.
• Understanding of emergency procedures and risk assessments.
• Experience in FMCG, consumer goods, or automation industries.
• Strong IT skills, including Office 365 and Microsoft Teams.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Effective time management and adaptability.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and flexibly.
• SAP knowledge or similar warehouse management systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the movement of goods within the warehouse to ensure timely delivery.
• Accurately label and document all goods (raw materials, finished goods, staging area).
• Handle materials including raw materials, oils, packaging, and finished goods.
• Operate and maintain forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Clean manual handling equipment weekly (forklifts, VNA trucks, order pickers, electric pallet trucks).
• Complete in-process records and ensure compliance with hygiene, safety, and GMP standards.
• Reconcile material handling records and update SAP systems for tracking and reporting.
• Safely load and unload trucks and manage materials.
• Collect samples and assist in stock management.
• Support logistics operations including packaging, storing, and transporting goods.
• Perform cycle counts and update SAP systems accordingly.
• Liaise with Planning and T&D teams to ensure required stock movements are completed safely and efficiently.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Warehouse management systems

Office 365

Microsoft Teams

Job description

dsm-firmenich is seeking a Warehouse Operator in Thirsk, UK to support dispatch, receiving and logistics. You will ensure accurate movement of goods, maintain safety standards and operate warehouse machinery on site.

The role requires forklift operation experience, SAP knowledge, and strong IT skills. You will work both independently and with a team to optimize stock movements and reporting.