Logistics Technician

Dow Chemical

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Barry - UK

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Dow we believe in putting people first and were 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. Were 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 youre looking for a challenge and meaningful role youre in the right place.

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the worlds leading materials science companies serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging infrastructure mobility and consumer 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 30countries and employ approximately36000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately$43 billionin 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.

About you and this role

The Logistics Technician is responsible for the safe efficient and accurate completion of both Packaged and Bulk material flow activity across the site. Through understanding the overall strategy and the daily operational requirements of the site the Senior Site Logistics Technician works in partnership with Site Logistics and Operations teams to coordinate and to complete daily requirements ensuring the priorities of the site are fulfilled.

The Senior Technician is a subject matter expert in both Packaged and Bulk logistics providing operational capability front line leadership and technical guidance and provides training and mentoring for less experienced technicians. The role is pivotal in driving continuous improvement maintaining high standards of compliance and ensuring seamless integration between Site Logistics and Operations.

As a trusted role model the Senior Site Logistics Technician demonstrates integrity and professionalism fosters a culture of accountability and collaboration and builds strong cross-functional relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Material Handling & Compliance: Perform and support loading unloading packaging and material movement ensuring adherence to all safety and legal standards.
  • Process Operations: Operate logistics process equipment conduct field checks prepare for maintenance take samples and troubleshoot process deviations.
  • Collaboration & Optimization: Work closely with production coordinators and site teams to resolve issues and optimize material flows.
  • Warehouse & Inventory Management: Oversee receipt storage and booking of materials; lead inventory accuracy through checks and ensure all transactions are properly recorded in SAP/ADC/BCMS.
  • Safety Compliance & Mentoring: Champion safety standards lead compliance audits manage operating discipline documentation and mentor less experienced team members.
  • Continuous Improvement & Training: Drive process improvements participate in incident investigations and train site technicians in logistics best practices.

Qualifications

  • Valid Reach Truck and Counterbalance Forklift licences; Terberg shunt vehicle and advanced tanker handling experience required.
  • Minimum 10 years experience in logistics operations with proven proficiency in both Packaged and Bulk disciplines.
  • Competence in using MRP/ERP systems such as SAP ADC and BCMS for real-time data entries.
  • GCSE Grade or associate degree (or equivalent educational qualification).

Your Skills

  • Extensive experience in both Packaged and Bulk Logistics Operations.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence drive improvements and act as a subject matter expert for Site Logistics.
  • Able to take the initiative and confidently make decisions that align with broader business objectives and operational priorities.
  • Strong troubleshooting problem-solving and crisis response skills.
  • Excellent communication teamwork and mentoring abilities.
  • Exhibits excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks schedule work efficiently and optimize the use of available resources.

Additional notes

  • No relocation is available for this role
  • As per the site requirement it will be day shift / staggered shift

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 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 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 Groups (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 worlds leading materials science companies serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging infrastructure mobility and consumer 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 30countries and employ approximately36000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately$43 billionin 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.

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 Dows equal opportunities is available on .


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Key Skills

  • Shipping & Receiving
  • Inventory Control
  • Data Entry
  • AS400
  • Transportation Management Systems
  • EDI
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  • Warehouse Experience
  • Office Experience
  • Dispatching
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Logistics

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Dow is a materials science company that offers a wide range of products and services, including agricultural films, construction materials, and medical packaging. We are committed to innovation and sustainability.

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