Warehouse Operator

Job Title: Process Manufacturing / Warehousing OperatorLocation: RedditchType: PermanentReports To: Process LeadJob OverviewWe are seeking a Process Manufacturing / Warehousing Operator to support daily manufacturing, warehouse, and processing operations across multiple production facilities. The role is primarily focused on industrial powder packing and repacking while ensuring compliance with quality, food safety, and Health & Safety standards.The successful candidate will assist with production activities, stock management, goods dispatch, warehouse operations, and continuous improvement while maintaining high standards of GMP, hygiene, and regulatory complianceKey Responsibilities Production & Processing (60%)Carry out production, packing, and repacking activities for industrial powders, food products, and chemicals.Support manufacturing operations across multiple production sites.Assist with food production and warehouse processing activities.Maintain stock levels in collaboration with the Process Lead.Perform cleaning activities to maintain hygiene and regulatory standards.Support laboratory formulation and other processing activities as required.Review production documentation to ensure right-first-time compliance.Assist in preparing and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructionWarehouse & Inventory Management Monitor and manage stock levels.Produce weekly and monthly stock reports.Ensure packaging materials and consumables are available.Conduct stock audits and inventory checks.Scan documents, take photographs, and maintain accurate electronic records.Maintain work instructions in line with BRC, FSSC, and ISO standards.Liaise with Quality Control and Health & Safety teams to ensure complianGoods Dispatch & Logistics Arrange transport for finished goods, including deliveries and collections.Coordinate with customers and transport providers regarding shipments.Maintain accurate dispatch and collection records.Support goods-in and goods-out activitHealth, Safety & Compliance (10%)Handle materials safely in accordance with SDS and COSHH requirements.Maintain high food safety and hygiene standards.Safely load and unload raw materials and finished products.Report hazards, near misses, and incidents.Verify deliveries against purchase orders.Maintain a clean, safe, and organised warehouse environGeneral Warehouse Support(5%)Provide support to other warehouse and production team members as required.Assist with additional operational tasks to meet businessTraining & Continuous Improvement(5%)Complete all mandatory training requirements.Maintain training records through BreatheHR.Identify personal training needs and support continuous improvement initiEssential Skills & ExativesperiencePrevious experience in a manufacturing or production environment.Experience working to BRC, FSSC, GMP, or similar quality standards.Warehouse or stock management experience.Good written and verbal communicationskills.Strong attention to detail, particularly regarding weights and measurements.Ability to follow standard operating procedures and work instructions.Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.Understanding of SDS, COSHH, and Risk Assessments.Professional telephonemanner.Physically capable of manual handling and warehouseduties.Flexible to work shifts when rDesirabequiredle SkillsValid Forklift Truck (FLT)licence.Experience handling chemicals within a manufacturing environment.Knowledge of ADR and IATA regulations for labelling andpacking.Previous warehouse operations experience.Customer service exKey Coperience.mpetenciesStrong attentionto detail.Excellent organisational skills.Team player with a proactiveattitude.Good communication skills.Ability to work independently and follow procedures.Health & Safety focused.Reliable, flexible, and willingWorking to learn.EnvironmentManufacturing and warehouse-based role.Involves manual handling and physical work.Exposure to food and chemical processing environments.Cross-site working across multiple production facilities may brequired.Shift working may become a business requirement.TrainingComplete all mandatory compatraining.Maintain compliance through the company's training management system.Participate in ongoing training and development to support business operations.