Overview
We are looking for a dependable and safety-conscious Despatch/Warehouse Operative to support our manufacturing logistics operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on environment, takes pride in maintaining order and accuracy, and understands the importance of timely and safe material handling in a chemical manufacturing setting. You will be a key part of the logistics team, ensuring that raw materials, packaging, and finished goods are stored, handled, and moved efficiently and safely.
Responsibilities
* Receive and inspect goods: Unload deliveries, check materials against documentation, and report discrepancies.
* Store materials safely: Organise and label inventory in accordance with safety and regulatory standards.
* Pick and prepare orders: Accurately select and prepare materials for production or shipment, ensuring correct documentation.
* Operate equipment: Safely use forklifts, pallet trucks, and other warehouse machinery (training provided if required).
* Maintain inventory records: Use warehouse management systems (WMS) to track stock movements and update records.
* Support production logistics: Ensure timely delivery of materials to manufacturing areas and assist with internal transfers.
* Follow safety protocols: Adhere to chemical handling procedures, PPE requirements, and site safety rules.
* Contribute to continuous improvement: Identify opportunities to improve warehouse efficiency, layout, and processes.
* Reliability and punctuality: Show up prepared to work and take pride in performing duties accurately.
* Safety-focused: Understand the importance of working safely, especially in a chemical environment.
* Organised and methodical: Maintain order and accuracy in work processes.
* Team-oriented: Work effectively with others and support colleagues to meet shared goals.
* Adaptable and proactive: Handle change well and take initiative when action is needed.
* Calm under pressure: Stay focused and effective during busy periods or when issues arise.
Qualifications and Competencies
* Warehouse Operations Knowledge: Experience in goods receipt, storage, picking, and dispatch in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
* Material Handling Skills: Ability to safely move and handle materials, including hazardous substances (training provided).
* Equipment Operation: Forklift license preferred; experience with other warehouse equipment is a plus.
* Inventory Management: Familiarity with stock control systems and basic IT skills (e.g., scanning, data entry).
* Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy in documentation, labeling, and order preparation.
* Regulatory Awareness: Understanding of chemical safety, COSHH, and environmental compliance is beneficial.
* Communication Skills: Able to follow instructions and communicate clearly with team members and supervisors.
* Physical Fitness: Capable of performing manual tasks, including lifting, moving, and standing for extended periods.
About the Company
MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability, and sustainability in electronic materials. Our Expertise: Wafer Level Solutions; Semiconductor Assembly Solutions; Circuitry Solutions; Circuit Board Assembly Solutions; Film & Smart Surface Solutions. We serve diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, and infrastructure. We strive to embody the five "Elements of our Culture" — the 5Cs: Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose and Care — as the foundation of our organization and our employees’ interactions with customers, colleagues and stakeholders to drive performance and create a rewarding work environment.
Benefits and Schedule
40 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, 7.15 am to 4.30 pm with a 30-minute lunch break, and Friday 7.15 am to 12.15 pm. We offer a competitive base salary plus a generous performance-related bonus scheme, company pension, life assurance, a health cash plan, company uniform, training and development, and 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays. Free onsite parking is provided. We provide a challenging but rewarding experience with opportunities to learn, grow and contribute from day one, alongside technology investments and extensive learning and development tools to nurture your career.
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