About
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.
The role involves maintaining 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.
Main description
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
We have an opportunity to join our Colchester 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
Entry requirements
Essential qualifications
Personal and professional development (grade Desire)
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in: English (grade 9-4 (A*-C)) and Mathematics (grade 9-4 (A*-C))
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 required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Initiative
- Planning Skills
- Prioritise Own Workload
Training to be provided
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
INTEC BUSINESS COLLEGES LIMITED
Your training course
Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2) Equal to GCSE
Your training plan
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
Things to consider
Warehouse Operatives work in a variety of warehouse environments.
Work activities include taking deliveries, checking for damaged/missing items, storing goods, moving stock by various methods, picking/packing orders, loading goods for dispatch, maintaining stock records and documentation, and cleaning. They are required to safely use a range of equipment, machinery and vehicles, as relevant to their role and setting. This could include mechanical racking systems, materials handling equipment (MHE) or fork lift trucks. Warehouse Operatives communicate with a wide range of people and customers.
They have a passion to meet customers’ expectations by providing a quality service that encourages repeat business. Individuals in this role are highly competent in using industry-recognised systems and associated services (eg Traffic/Warehouse Management Systems) and will be able to work under pressure to tight deadlines
Future prospects
At Howdens, there are great opportunities to progress into one of many key depot roles including sales and management
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 06/01/2025
Salary
£15,000 per year
Location
This job is located in Colchester, Essex
More Information and How to Apply
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