Apprentice Warehouse Operative

Working within our warehouse team you will ensure orders are picked and packed accurately, load and unload vehicles, and move materials around the warehouse in a safe and efficient manner.

Reporting directly to the warehouse manager the key responsibilities will include:

Picking and packing customer orders accurately, efficiently, safely and in a timely manner Locating and moving materials around the warehouse efficiently and safely, ensuring no damage to property or persons Using electronic handsets and computerised workstations Unloading vehicles in a safe manner Loading vehicles with orders in the most safe and efficient way, complying with vehicle regulations and the planned delivery route Processing of materials via saws – full training will be given Work in a safe manner, always adhering to the Company Health & Safety policy and safe Working practices Undertake all tasks with a “Customer Service”, “Can do” attitude and contribute to improving the performance of the business Undertake general warehouse “housekeeping” duties – keeping warehouse clean and tidy, ensuring stock is accessible

 

Training:
On the job training delivered by the employer Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end point assessment For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeships English and mathematics minimum requirement is Entry Level 3 Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will carry out regular training
Assessment and support visits to ensure you acquire new learning, knowledge skills and behaviours in order to progress and develop Identify, track and support 6 hours off the job training activities Quarterly formal progress review meetings, identifying learning achievements and next steps

Training Outcome:

Upon successfully completing the apprenticeship we envisage they will become a permanent team member with progression routes, through to supervising roles.

Employer Description:
Aalco Metals are the UK’s largest independent multi-metals stockholder including Aluminium, Stainless Steel, Copper, Bronze and Brass. With 18 service centres around the country, we provide a competitive, reliable and on-time delivery service of single item orders through to bulk contract orders. Our Hull Service Centre holds stock to meet the immediate needs of customers in the local area and this is backed up by bulk stocks held at our central warehouse. We pride ourselves on the service our dedicated team provides our customers and in return we are committed to our employees progression and development

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday. 09:00-18:00, with 60 minutes lunch.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Logical,Team working,Physical fitness