Warehouse Operative Apprentice

Introduction

Looking to start your career? Join our team as a Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Apprentice and earn while you learn. Interested in working with the latest warehouse technology and machinery. Are you hardworking and motivated to build a career in logistics and supply chain?

About the Employer

• Ken Mallinson & Sons Ltd is a family-run firm founded in 1972 by Ken. His two sons, Andrew & Stephen joined the Business in 1979, running 3 operational vehicles.

  ​Today, Stephen Mallinson is the Managing Director and oversees the running of the business with his four sons. The traditional values on which his father built the business still remain honesty, hard work, commitment & respect.

  ​With bases in both England and Scotland, plus an excellent networking partnership throughout the UK, Ken Mallinson & Sons can offer a distribution service which covers the whole of the UK as well as Ireland, European & Worldwide destinations.

  We are active in multiple industries, operating primarily in the construction, retail and manufacturing industries. The company distributes an extensive range of commodities including construction products, agricultural products, electrical goods and food and drink products.

  Health and Safety is a high priority to us. As as company we ensure that all of our employees are constantly participating in ongoing training and aware of current legislations. Risk assessments are carried out by a health and safety compliant member of our staff on a regular basis to ensure that none of our staff or any member of the public is put at risk.

  ​We are renowned for moving all types of consignment: striving to provide a first rate service by continuously endeavouring to fulfil customer’s requirements regardless of cargo size or distance to collect or deliver. Adapting to changing society the company offers a dedicated service for consignments that have an on time critical deadline.

  ​We are a licensed waste carrier, certified by the Environment Agency. This has enabled the company to be increasingly more flexible with client needs.

What You'll Do

What You’ll Do:

• Receive and organise stock
• Pick and pack orders
• Prepare goods for dispatch
• Learn warehouse and supply chain operations
• Work safely as part of a team

Training Outcome

• On completion of a successful apprenticeship there will be a great opportunity to gain real experience and build a long-term career in logistics and supply chain

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to work well in a team
• Numeracy skills
• Willing to follow instructions
• Able to follow H&S Procedures
• Positive attitude
• Willing to learn
• Hardworking

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 9-4 (A*-C)
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 9-4 (A*-C)

Course Information

Course: Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Transport and logistics

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm, with 30 minutes for lunch. 19 year olds will be required to work 45 hours per week.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Training Provider: INTEC BUSINESS COLLEGES LIMITED