Apprentice Warehouse Operative

Summary

Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, the purpose of this post is to provide continuity of supply and stock control of materials to support the Production and Manufacturing schedules at the Andover warehouse site. The post holder will also assist and ensure that all deliveries and despatches are managed accurately and safely.

Wage

£23,809.50 a year

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The salary is non-negotiable.

Training course

Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2)

Hours

Hours to be advised; shifts can vary, but usually between 7.30am and 4.00pm, 30-minute unpaid lunch break. Applicants should be available for weekend and out of hours work if and when the business dictates.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 2 June 2025

Duration

1 year 2 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

Working closely as part of a team, in conjunction with the Warehouse, Production and Manufacturing departments.
Be responsible for stock control, including: receipt, handling, location and distribution
Ensure that all stock is handled in a professional and considerate manner, as in the main it is not ours but that of our customers.
Maintain stock levels within the warehouse and all other accountable areas to include the Yard in a clean, safe and an ordered fashion and maintain consolidation of stocks within the warehouse, so to maximise space and ensure throughout.
Ensure the Production and Manufacturing areas are serviced as required in a timely fashion, maximising throughput as orders dictate.
Ensure that pallets of raw materials are properly located within the confines of all designated storage areas
Liaise closely with the Warehouse Manager to prioritise materials supplied to Production / Manufacturing, and to ensure stock is picked and ready for dispatch as required.
Ensure that unconsumed materials are correctly palletised, labelled and located back into the warehouse after use.
Report any stock shortages and any equipment failures to the Warehouse Supervisor for resolution.
Ensure maximum coverage within the warehouse and Yard area is maintained during operational hours
Warehouse and yard security (of both building and stock) is paramount at all times; take measures as may be necessary to enforce and ensure this fact
Ensure compliance with Health and Safety at Work, and maintain that Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Standard Working Instructions (SWIs) are adhered to at all times
Maintain high standards of GMP at all times in the warehouse and other accountable areas
Carry out any other reasonable duties at the request of the Warehouse Manager
Be available for weekend and out of hours work if and when the business dictates

Where you’ll work

Laleham Health & Beauty
37 Walworth Road,
Walworth Business Park,
Andover, Hampshire England,
SP10 5LH

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

LOCOMOTIVATION LTD.

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

Level 2 Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Apprenticeship - all training will take place at the apprentices normal place of work during their normal working hours.

All necessary training will be provided. It is not anticipated that applicants will have an in-depth knowledge of Health and Safety legislation or Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), rather that they can identify potential risks in a working environment and conduct themselves in a safe working manner.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade C or 4)
Maths (grade C or 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
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Physical fitness
Flexibility
Accuracy

Other requirements

This is a warehouse-based role, requiring the post holder to operate an electric fork lift truck. Moderate physical effort will be required and will include, bending, lifting and the operation of basic manual handling. The post involves basic documentation and simple recording of electronic data, which requires accuracy and attention to detail at all times. There may be occasions when the post holder will be required to work outside in ever changing environmental conditions, ensuring the continual throughput of stock to and from customers and suppliers is maintained at all times. All applicants MUST be over the age of 18 years due to the working environment and also the use of equipment such as Forklift Trucks.

About this company

Laleham Health and Beauty Ltd are part of the Healthcare division of DCC plc who are included in the FTSE 100 index. Laleham are a large manufacturing business, developing and producing Cosmetic, Nutritional, Pharma and Medical Device markets from three production sites and one logistics centre in the UK. Laleham work with a variety of blue-chip, high-street retailers and brand owners across masstige and premium markets producing globally marketed products. Our facilities operate 24/7 and our support functions work flexibly to provide a high level of service across the business.

After this apprenticeship

There is the possibility of a permanent position after achieving the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LOCOMOTIVATION LTD.

Jolie Dickinson

jolie.dickinson@hbilaleham.com

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000314870.

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Closes on Friday 30 May 2025

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