Logistics Technician

Dow Olefinverbund GmbH; Barry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational materials science company in Barry, United Kingdom, is seeking a Site Logistics Technician. You will ensure the safe and efficient handling of packaged raw materials, finished products, and waste on-site. The role demands a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence, requiring at least 10 years of experience in logistics operations along with strong organizational skills. You will work closely with various teams to meet daily priorities while upholding safety and compliance standards.

Benefits

Competitive base pay and bonus opportunity

Comprehensive health benefits

Competitive retirement program

Employee stock purchase programs

Robust training and development opportunities

Wellbeing Portal for all employees

Qualifications

• Experience in packaged and bulk logistics operations.
• Ability to follow procedures and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Handle raw materials, finished products, and waste safely.
• Operate packaging and sampling equipment.
• Transport waste to management centers.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Time management skills

Physical capability for material handling

PC literacy

Education

10+ years of experience in logistics operations

Valid Reach Truck and Counterbalance Forklift licenses

Tools

MRP/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, ADC)

Job description

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At a glance

Primary Location: Barry (GBR), United Kingdom

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.

About you and this role

The Site Logistics Technician ensures safe, efficient, and accurate handling of packaged raw materials, finished products, and waste across the site. The role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence. Collaboration with Site Logistics and Operations teams is key to meeting daily priorities.

Responsibilities

• Loading, Unloading & Packaging: Handle raw materials, finished products, and waste; operate packaging and sampling equipment; prepare internal and outbound material movements.
• Warehouse Operations: Receive and book materials; maintain inventory accuracy; manage shipping documents; perform safety and compliance checks.
>Waste Management: Transport waste to management centers; replenish containers; maintain housekeeping standards.
• Ability to obtain valid licenses for Reach Truck, Terberg shunt vehicle, and Counterbalance Forklift (previous experience preferred).
• Competence in MRP/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, ADC) for real‑time data entry.
• Comfortable using PC‑based software and digital tools in logistics/warehouse environments.

Qualifications

• Valid Reach Truck and Counterbalance Forklift licenses; experience with Terberg shunt vehicle and advanced tanker handling is required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in logistics operations, with proven expertise in both Packaged and Bulk disciplines.
• Proficiency in MRP/ERP systems such as SAP, ADC, and BCMS for accurate real‑time data entry and inventory management.

Your Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Previous warehouse or operations experience desirable.
• Ability to follow procedures and safety rules.
• Physical capability for material handling (lifting, bending, reaching).
• PC literacy and familiarity with digital tools.

Additional notes

No relocation is available for this role.

Benefits – What Dow offers you

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

• Equitable and market‑competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well‑being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
• Competitive retirement program that may include company‑provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long‑term financial‑goals.
  • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
  • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
• Workplace culture empowering role‑based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non‑birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one‑stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On‑site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
• Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
  • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
  • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
  • Carbon‑neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high‑growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer‑centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.

As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow’s equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.

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