Warehouse Operations Operator - Warehouse Process & Safety Lead
About the job
Join a global European life sciences company as a Warehouse Operations Operator, playing a key role in daily warehouse activities, inventory handling, and safety operations. You will manage shipping and receiving tasks, guide temporary staff, support internal teams, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. This role is ideal for professionals who thrive in hands-on warehouse environments and enjoy contributing to operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out daily warehouse operations including shipping and receiving
- Identify and resolve operational issues quickly and accurately
- Support and guide temporary staff to ensure smooth workflows
- Communicate with internal teams such as sales to meet customer requirements
- Lead improvement activities to enhance warehouse safety and efficiency
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports
- Use SAP and other warehouse systems for documentation and office tasks
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
- Previous warehouse work experience
- Experience using warehouse management systems such as SAP
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to adapt to changes in a fast-paced environment
- Experience working with diverse teams or multicultural environments
Soft Skills:
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- High adaptability and flexibility
- Problem-solving mindset
Language Requirements:
- Japanese: Fluent
- English: Conversational level preferred
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Experience supervising temporary staff
- Experience in chemical or dangerous-goods warehouse operations
- Additional English communication skills
About the Company
This global European life sciences company provides essential tools, chemicals, and services to researchers, scientific institutions, and pharmaceutical companies. Their solutions support drug discovery, medical research, manufacturing, and global safety testing for food and water. With a mission to advance science and improve safety, the company offers a collaborative, stable, and purpose-driven work environment.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Core hands-on role within daily warehouse operations
- Opportunity to lead Kaizen-style improvement activities
- Involvement in guiding and supporting temporary staff
- International and collaborative work culture with strong operational standards
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