Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Apprentice

Logistics, Goods In & Despatch:

Liaise daily with Customer Services, Finance, Production, Quality, Engineering, and Operations to coordinate incoming and outgoing materials. Receive, check, and accurately transact all incoming finished goods and miscellaneous items, ensuring records are up to date in the ERP system. Receive daily picking lists from Customer Services and prepare goods for shipment, ensuring on-time and accurate despatch in line with company and customer requirements. Collate and provide all supporting documentation for despatch. Act as the point of contact for external logistics staff during deliveries and collections, maintaining a professional representation of the business. Ensure finished goods areas are organised and maintained to 5S standards to support efficient despatch operations. Take responsibility for the receipt of all deliveries during operational hours (08:00–16:00) and coordinate out-of-hours deliveries by prior agreement. Communicate and cooperate effectively with internal departments to ensure smooth operations. Contribute to team efforts to achieve accurate and timely goods in and despatch processes.

Stock & Materials Management:

Ensure timely availability and delivery of raw materials and consumables to production areas, avoiding disruption to manufacturing operations. Deliver raw material samples to Quality Control for incoming inspection in accordance with the Quality Plan. Manage stock control of Raw Materials (RMS), Consumables, and Finished Goods (FGS), including accurate cycle counts and full stock takes. Ensure all stock is correctly identified, located, and recorded within the ERP system to maintain accurate inventory data. Maintain storage facilities and implement approved stock location controls consistently. Support the integration and use of barcoding/QR code scanners to control the movement of raw materials and finished goods both physically and within the ERP system.           

Quality, Compliance & Health & Safety:

Ensure all RMS, Consumables, and FGS areas are maintained to 5S standards. Comply with and promote Health & Safety requirements during all warehouse operations, including movement of stock using forklifts, mechanical handling equipment, or manual lifting. Ensure all handling, storage, and despatch activities meet company standards and customer expectations. Maintain and update quality system procedures as required, ensuring processes are followed accurately.    
General Operations Take delivery of incoming miscellaneous items              

Training:

This apprenticeship is on the job training.

Training Outcome:

Opportunity to progress to a level 3 apprenticeship and the potential for a permanent position for the right person.

Employer Description:
Pearsalls design and manufacture high-performance implantable textiles, biomaterials, and coatings for medical devices. Specialising in creating innovative biotextile solutions for key markets, including orthopedics, cardiovascular devices, and wound closure.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:00.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Physical fitness,Enthusiasm,Willingness to learn,Commitment to health & safety