Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse and Logistics Management

• Responsible for the organization, management, and continuous optimization of all warehouse operations.
• Ensure the efficient receipt, storage, picking, and dispatch of goods.
• Monitor inventory levels and plan and conduct stock audits and physical inventories.
• Ensure accurate inventory management and record maintenance within the ERP/Warehouse Management System.
• Ensure the compliant storage and handling of hazardous materials.

Production and Filling Operations Coordination

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee filling and packaging operations.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality standards.
• Verify proper product labeling and packaging in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Manage workforce allocation and resource planning across warehouse and filling operations.

Team Leadership and Development

• Provide both disciplinary and functional leadership to the warehouse and production team.
• Plan workforce deployment and capacity requirements.
• Organize, conduct, and follow up on employee training and safety briefings.
• Promote the professional and personal development of team members.
• Conduct performance reviews, development discussions, and employee meetings.

Hazardous Materials and Safety Management

• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal regulations and internal guidelines, including hazardous substances, occupational health and safety, transport, and environmental protection requirements.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and implement appropriate corrective and preventive measures to maintain a safe working environment.

Quality Management

• Ensure compliance with GMP, GDP, and ISO standards.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation of all warehouse and filling processes.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions where required.

Profile

• Completed technical, chemical, or commercial vocational training, supplemented by further education such as Master Craftsman (Meister), Specialist (Fachwirt), Technician, or an equivalent qualification.
• Several years of professional experience in a warehouse, logistics, or production environment, preferably within the chemical or pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven experience in leading and developing employees is desirable.
• Experience with filling, packaging, and manufacturing processes.
• Sound knowledge of hazardous materials regulations, occupational health and safety, and warehouse logistics.
• Proficiency in ERP and warehouse management systems.
• Strong sense of responsibility, accountability, and decision-making ability.
• Structured, solution-oriented working style combined with strong implementation and leadership skills.
• Good written and spoken English skills.