Azelis is seeking a Production & Warehouse Manager in Sankt Augustin to take full responsibility for warehouse operations, filling and packaging processes, and hazardous materials compliance. The role combines hands-on logistics management with team leadership, quality assurance, and safety oversight across a chemical warehouse and production environment.
About This Production & Warehouse Role
Core Scope: Warehouse logistics, filling and packaging operations, and hazardous materials management
Team Leadership: Disciplinary and functional leadership of the warehouse and production team
Compliance Focus: GMP, GDP, ISO standards, and hazardous substances/occupational safety regulations
Systems Used: ERP and Warehouse Management Systems for inventory accuracy
🇩🇪 Why This Role in Sankt Augustin Matters
Strategic Location: Sankt Augustin, near Bonn — a key logistics and industrial location in North Rhine-Westphalia
Industry Sector: Specialty chemical distribution, requiring strict compliance with hazardous materials and safety standards
Leadership Scope: Full ownership of warehouse and production teams, including training, development, and performance management
Quality Ownership: Direct responsibility for GMP/GDP/ISO compliance and audit support
Position Overview
This Production & Warehouse Manager role at Azelis in Sankt Augustin involves organizing, managing, and continuously optimizing all warehouse operations, coordinating filling and packaging processes, and providing disciplinary and functional leadership to the warehouse and production team. You will ensure compliance with hazardous materials regulations, occupational health and safety requirements, and GMP/GDP/ISO quality standards, while maintaining accurate documentation and supporting internal and external audits.
Why This Role Matters: As Production & Warehouse Manager at Azelis, you take full ownership of warehouse logistics and filling operations within a specialty chemical distribution environment, lead and develop a dedicated warehouse and production team, apply deep expertise in hazardous materials regulation and occupational safety, and play a central role in maintaining GMP, GDP, and ISO quality compliance across all processes.
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse & 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 & 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 & 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 & 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
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Completed technical, chemical, or commercial vocational training, supplemented by further education such as Master Craftsman (Meister), Specialist (Fachwirt), Technician, or an equivalent qualification
Experience Requirements
- 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
Technical Skills
- Sound knowledge of hazardous materials regulations, occupational health and safety, and warehouse logistics
- Proficiency in ERP and warehouse management systems
Soft Skills
- 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
About Azelis’ Chemical Distribution & Logistics Environment
Azelis operates as a global specialty chemical distributor, requiring rigorous warehouse, logistics, and hazardous materials management standards across its facilities. Based in Sankt Augustin, near Bonn, the Production & Warehouse Manager role offers full ownership of warehouse and filling operations, combined with strong compliance responsibilities across GMP, GDP, ISO, and occupational safety frameworks.
Career Growth: Build a long-term leadership career in chemical logistics and production management within a globally operating specialty chemicals company.
Who Should Apply?
- Warehouse & Logistics Managers: With chemical or pharmaceutical industry experience
- Technical/Commercial Trained Professionals: With Meister, Fachwirt, or Technician qualifications
- Production Supervisors: Experienced in filling, packaging, and manufacturing processes
- Hazardous Materials Specialists: Familiar with safety and transport regulations
- Team Leaders: Skilled in employee development, training, and performance management
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