Warehouse Operator
Vacancy Number: req5656
Location: Ditton
Location Address:
Foundry Lane, Ditton
Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 8UB
United Kingdom
Closing Date: 19/02/2026
Croda is a FTSE100 organisationdriven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors.
We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilise new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for a Warehouse Operator at our site in Ditton, undertaking general duties associated with receipt, sampling, movements of raw materials and despatch of finished goods to the UK Centre of Excellence facility, to further distribute to our global network of customers.
You will be responsible for ensuring timely preparation of finished material for sales, despatching order to agreed standards, stowing of material into appropriate storage areas in line with agreed warehouse controls and effectively prioritising work that supports the wider Croda network.
Who We’re Looking For:
At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.
1. Ability to work both within a dedicated team & autonomously
2. Hold a valid RTITB REACH Truck and FLT licence with at least 1yrs experience
3. Able to demonstrate an attention to detail and good understanding of documentation / quality checks
4. Work safely and accurately within set deadlines
5. Good standard of numeracy
6. Have passion, enthusiasm, optimistic working attitude, team spirit and be self-motivated
7. Punctual and adaptable
8. Experience working in a similar environment is desirable but not essential
9. Computer literate including use of SAP system is desirable but not essential
What You’ll Be Doing:
Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.
10. Staging of materials to and from plant production areas to support product manufacture, working closely with the production and planning teams
11. Delivering high standards in health & safety and quality as part of the day to day running of the warehouse / site areas
12. To prepare Finished Goods for dispatch and transfer to the appropriate area for transport
13. To stow material into appropriate storage areas
14. Complete routine inspections of the Warehouse
15. To present all prepared documentation to hauliers
16. Ensure all required documentation is returned for processing and filing
17. Receipt Goods within the system and confirm data accuracy
18. Assist in inventory counts
What We Offer:
Join a global organisation with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.
The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:
19. Defined benefit pension scheme
20. 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
21. Private medical insurance
22. Access to share plans
23. Cycle to work scheme
24. Car leasing scheme
25. Generous parental leave
26. Retail platform benefits
27. Free car parking on Croda sites
Additional Information
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email .
Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.