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Apprenticeship in Logistics Operative SENSIENT COLORS UK LTD

Sensient Colors, have an opportunity for a Logistic Apprentice, reporting to the Logistics Supervisor. An entry level role, the Logistics Apprentice will support all aspects of the logistics dept. gaining a wide range of experiences. Working in a warehouse/manufacturing plant environment, with regular collaboration with all depts. onsite

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Closing date: 15 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £19,094.40

    £19,094.40 pa, 40 hour week = £367.20 per week.

  • Working week

    Hours of Work – 40 hours per week; 5 days per week; 8 hours per day Monday to Friday – 8am to 4pm with 2 x 20 minute paid breaks

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    30 Aug 2022

  • Date posted

    06 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000062781

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Goods-In

·         Ensure all drivers are attended to when Goods In personnel are unavailable.

·         Assist with the loading and unloading of lorries, containers etc. as necessary.

·       To assist with the receiving of all incoming deliveries in accordance with specified procedures.  This includes palletised materials, parcels, letters, maintenance machinery/tools and consumables.

·       To correctly report all delivery complaints using the complaints database, ensuring all information, paperwork and photographic evidence are provided.

 

Stores

·       To support the efficient operation of the consumable stores.

·       To follow sampling and check weighing procedures for Material Colours and Raw Materials.

·         Accurately transfer stock in to the warehouse locations ensuring accuracy in JDE.

·         Maintain the highest level of stock accuracy, performing periodic cycle counts.

·         Assist with dispensary duties for the MTO and BCM departments, including batching up of all blends, packing and small packing schedules.

 

Despatch

·         Help to prepare goods for dispatch in a timely and efficient manner, ensuring that they are packed and labelled correctly (adhering to special instructions as required), ensuring that shipments are packed and palletized in such a way as to allow safe transport.

·         Ensure that all labelling and pick list information correspond correctly.

·         Understand and support with Known Consignor Security requirement.

 

General

·         Operate material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner (forklifts, pallet trucks, shrink wrappers etc).

·         Comply with all company policies, procedures and method work instructions.

·         Report any discrepancies, dangerous occurrences and damage immediately to the Logistics Supervisor (or in his absence, the MTO Plant Manager).

·        Carry out any other tasks as necessary to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the Logistics Department.

·         Adhere to 5S programme, ensuring all working areas including the warehouse, office area, canteen, and yard are kept safe, clean, tidy and free of debris. This includes the use of the yard sweeper across the whole site.

·         Engage in King’s Lynn Operational Excellence Programme, continuously seeking improved methods to better serve both internal and external customers.


 

 

 

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What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

·         Intermediate apprenticeship in Supply Chain Warehouse Operator

·         Monthly theory workshops at the College of West Anglia, King’s Lynn campus

·         1:1 support from a current industry assessor

·         Mentoring from both the assessor and employer

·         Support sessions from the tutor in the workplace

·         On going progress reviews throughout the duration of the apprenticeship

 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Progression to fully trained Logistics Operator

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Team working, Level 1 English, Level 1 Maths

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade GCSE Level 1) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Math (Grade GCSE Level 1) Essential

Things to consider

Please be aware that the working environment is within a manufacturing plant and involves working in the warehouse, goods in, despatch, plant, office and laboratory areas. This is a manual role that will require certified forklift, pallet & narrow aisle truck training during the course of the apprenticeship. Education & Experience: • Level 1 English (GCSE Level 4 or C) • Level 1 Maths (GCSE Level 4 or C) • IT – Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, ERP system (Desirable) Skills & Abilities: • Ability to work well within a team (Essential) • Good communication skills (Essential) • Fork Lift License will be required (Desirable as training will be provided by Sensient)

About the employer

Location: Kings Lynn, Norfolk. Headcount: 70 About the Team: Sensient Personal Care and Specialty Market (PCSM) develops, produces and markets ingredients and high quality colors for the personal care and cosmetics industry, as well as specialty colors for use in household and industrial cleaners, specialist coatings and agriculture product applications. About Sensient Technologies Corporation: Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands. Sensient is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Employer

SENSIENT COLORS UK LTD

Address

Oldmedow Road

Hardwick Industrial Estate

Kings Lynn

PE30 4LA

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Training

Training provider

THE COLLEGE OF WEST ANGLIA

Apprenticeship standard

Supply chain warehouse operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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