Apprentice Warehouse Operative

Summary

Whilst this role focuses on the efficient handling of goods inwards and maintaining accurate stock control, as an apprentice, you will receive comprehensive training and support to develop your skills and knowledge in all warehouse operations. We are a growing business, and our dynamic Warehouse team is looking for an Apprentice to join us.

Annual wage: £13,312 a year
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Training course: Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2)
Hours: Monday- Friday shifts working between core hours of 6am - 8pm, will generally be 9am - 5pm during induction period at start.
40 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 3 March
Duration: 1 year 3 months
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

As an Apprentice Warehouse Operative, you'll play a crucial role in our fast-paced operations, ensuring product compliance and accurate order processing. You'll be the heart of our warehouse operations, making sure our customers receive their orders with precision and care.

Execute dispatch and delivery processes with a people-focused attitude
Adhere to our policies and procedures, always maximizing safety and quality
Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe workplace
Receive and inspect incoming goods for accuracy and quality
Unload deliveries and ensure items are stored in the correct locations
Record and report any discrepancies, missing items or damages to the Warehouse Manager
Maintain accurate inventory records using our warehouse management system
Assist in the preparation and dispatch of orders – Pick, Pack and dispatch
Perform stock checks and cycle counting as needed
Maintain equipment levels, such as packing materials
Communicate order statuses to the wider Vyne team when required
Complete administrative duties as needed

Where you’ll work

TENNANT HALL

BLENHEIM GROVE

LEEDS

LS2 9ET

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

SMART TRAINING AND RECRUITMENT LIMITED

Your training course

Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Conduct risk assessments within the working environment.
Apply safe working practices in line with associated health and safety legislation and company policy.
Receive products in line with organisational procedures.
Store and pick products in line with organisational procedures.
Dispatch products in line with organisational procedures.
Decant, pack products in line with organisational procedures.
Communicate with others verbally, for example internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers.
Communicate in writing with others, for example internal and external customers, colleagues and managers.
Load and unload products, considering the product that is to be moved and its current and planned destination.
Use tools and equipment to aid in product handling.
Use information technology and digital systems. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
Locate and use operational information, electronic or paper based, required to fulfil contractual requirements.
Select, prepare, and use packaging materials that reduce waste and mitigate environmental impacts.
support under instruction scheduled and unscheduled stock taking activities relevant to the organisation and product.
Identify and escalate problems beyond own responsibility.
Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
Follow equity, diversity and inclusion rules.
Carry out and record learning and development activities.
Conducts handover activities.
Conduct risk assessments within the working environment.
Apply safe working practices in line with associated health and safety legislation and company policy.
Receive products in line with organisational procedures.
Store and pick products in line with organisational procedures.
Dispatch products in line with organisational procedures.
Decant, pack products in line with organisational procedures.
Communicate with others verbally, for example internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers.
Communicate in writing with others, for example internal and external customers, colleagues and managers.
Load and unload products, considering the product that is to be moved and its current and planned destination.
Use tools and equipment to aid in product handling.
Use information technology and digital systems. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
Locate and use operational information, electronic or paper based, required to fulfil contractual requirements.
Select, prepare, and use packaging materials that reduce waste and mitigate environmental impacts.
support under instruction scheduled and unscheduled stock taking activities relevant to the organisation and product.
Identify and escalate problems beyond own responsibility.
Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
Follow equity, diversity and inclusion rules.
Carry out and record learning and development activities.
Conducts handover activities.

Your training plan

Training and support will be provided by our specialist Apprenticeship training provider, Smart Training & Recruitment.

More training information

L2 Supply chain warehouse operative Apprenticeship Standard

IMPORTANT: in order to meet the eligibility criteria for an Apprenticeship in England, you must be able to demonstrate at least three years UK residency, or hold a valid visa that meets the exceptions to this rule.

Please note, as part of the Initial Assessment process, all qualifications will be verified by the Learning Records Service (LRS) via the Education & Skills Funding Agency.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Administrative skills
Team working
Initiative
Patience

Other requirements

This will be a demanding role with some work outdoors and lifting of products and boxes etc required - we are a fast paced business so expect to be very busy in the day to day Assigned date to complete studies and laptop will be provided to assist with studies

About this company

At Optimum Medical, our vision is simple yet powerful: to build the most people-focused healthcare company. We're on a mission to be the go-to brand for medical devices, offering a range of Optimum Medical products to both the UK and international markets. From healthcare lubricants to urology, infection control, and our exceptional home delivery service, Vyne, we are constantly striving to "Create Better" in everything we do.

http://www.optimummedical.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

To be employed as a permanent warehouse operative after the completion of their apprentice or look to develop role within Stock Control or Warehouse management/ops.

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