Warehouse Operator

BYK is a leading global supplier of specialty chemicals. The company develops innovative additives as well as measurement and testing instruments that specifically improve material properties, production processes, and application quality. BYK’s solutions are used in coatings, plastics, printing inks, adhesives, and other industrial applications, among others. BYK is part of the ALTANA Group and employs more than 2,500 people worldwide. As a key part of the Purchasing and Supply Chain team of BYK Widnes, the role reports to the Purchasing and Supply Chain Deputy Manager.

Working integrally with other members of the Purchasing and Supply Chain team, the role is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the warehouse function, delivering performance to agreed procedures and standards, suggesting, and implementing improvements as necessary to address the changing nature of the business and its environment.

Living the ALTANA values of Openness, Trust, Appreciation and Empowerment to Act every day.

• Controls and executes tasks, provides support for other tasks within Widnes site Warehouse operations under the supervision of the warehouse supervisor.
• Supports overall operating excellence by controlling cost, operating efficiency, and working to department service levels.
• Effective implementation of site Warehouse processes.
• Adhere to Safety and Environment Regulations.
• Quality Conformance in all activities - weight, appearance, etc.
• Maximise Equipment Utilisation
• Achievement of schedules set out in the resource plan for the area.
• Accurate plant and SAP records
• Housekeeping standards – 5S/Area audits.
• Experience in warehouse operation.
• Strong interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, and ambition to be part of a successful team.
• Results-focused.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Experience of using SAP
• A flexible approach to work in line with business requirements
• Excellent communication skills including fluency in English (both written and oral)
• FLT counterbalance and High Reach Truck licence

At BYK, we are innovative because we believe in better—and because we combine progress with long-term stability. We are successful because people make the difference here. The foundation for this is our financial strength and shared values. Because we know: Only with openness and trust will teamwork continue to be the key to our shared success in the future. Specialty chemicals are our strength. And we make sure the chemistry between us is right, too. Find out for yourself!

ALTANA AG and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, cultural background, or any other characteristic protected by law.