Warehouse Apprentice

We have an opportunity to join our Stamford depot as an Apprentice Warehouse Person.

At Howdens, we invest in our people and provide thorough on-the-job training and excellent career progression opportunities, reflected in our placement at Number 17 in the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers table 2022.

We are proud of our substantial growth with over 780 depots nationwide and remain committed to success through the expansion of our local depot network. Despite its scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values, and we are seeking talented people to help us continue to grow our business.

The Role:

At Howdens, we operate an ‘in stock’ business through all our depots. Our Warehouse Person is responsible for effective stock maintenance, compliance with strict health and safety regulations and high standards of customer service Deal with customers in a courteous, professional and knowledgeable way Maintain general housekeeping duties within the warehouse, including stock rotation, cleanliness, tidiness and compliance with health & safety guidelines Carry out security and compliance checks on all incoming stock and outgoing orders while adhering to stock management guidelines to ensure accuracy Carry out daily checks on the forklift truck and other mechanical equipment and report all defects to the Depot Manager

Training:
Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard qualification End Point Assessment Functional Skills maths and English (if necessary) Blended on/off-the-job training and location to be confirmed

Training Outcome:
At Howdens, there are great opportunities to progress into one of many key depot roles including sales and management.

Employer Description:
At Howdens we invest in our people and provide thorough on the job training and excellent career progression opportunities. We have been awarded a place in the top 25 Best Big Companies to Work for in recognition of excellence in the workplace. We are proud of our substantial growth and remain committed to success through the expansion of our local depot network. Howdens remains a local business with traditional values and we are seeking talented people to help us continue to grow our business.

Working Hours :
Between either 7.30am - 4.30pm or 8.00am - 5.00pm (days to be confirmed).

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Initiative,Planning Skills,Prioritise Own Workload