About this Position The Prebatch specialist for Raw Material Preparation is responsible for leading and coordinating all daily activities related to picking, weighing, staging, and issuing raw materials to Production. This role ensures accuracy, safety, compliance, and smooth material flow to support uninterrupted production operations.
What you´ll do
Raw Material Preparation Operations
- Lead daily operations for raw material picking, weighing, and staging.
- Ensure all delivered materials comply with FIFO/FEFO, batch accuracy, and production requirements.
- Ensure all material movements and confirmations are correctly recorded in SAP.
Production Coordination
- Coordinate closely with the Production team regarding material readiness, schedule alignment, and urgent requests.
- Monitor material flow to ensure zero delays to production lines.
- Resolve material-related issues promptly to avoid production downtime.
Supervision & Team Leadership
- Supervise warehouse operators assigned to the raw material preparation area.
- Ensure full compliance with SOPs, safety rules, PPE usage, and chemical handling procedures.
- Train and mentor team members; enforce discipline and promote strong work ethics.
Inventory Accuracy & Control
- Perform stock monitoring, cycle counts, and support investigations of any discrepancies.
- Ensure accurate and timely SAP transactions including transfer orders, issuing, and staging.
- Maintain traceability and batch integrity for all raw materials.
Safety, 5S & Housekeeping
- Implement and maintain 5S, safety, and housekeeping standards within the preparation area.
- Ensure operators follow safety procedures and report any hazards or abnormalities.
Continuous Improvement
- Demonstrate a strong Kaizen mindset and proactively contribute to process and operational improvements.
- Identify bottlenecks, propose improvements, and support Lean initiatives.
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Coordinate effectively with Production, QC, Planning, and Warehouse teams to ensure smooth operations and proper material management.
