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Apprentice Warehouse Person HOWDEN JOINERY LIMITED

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.

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Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,000.00

    n return for your hard work and commitment you will be rewarded with some great benefits, which include: £15,000 salary Paid holiday entitlement Generous Pension Scheme Team incentives and outings Staff discount on Howdens products

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, shifts, may work evenings and weekends.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Oct 2022

  • Date posted

    15 Aug 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000077227

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

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.

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

he Apprenticeship

Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2 - Intermediate Apprenticeship
Training provided by in house Learning & Development Team
Support from external training provider
15 Month programme including minimum 12 month learning period plus end point assessment
Apprentices without Level 1 English and maths will need to achieve this level and take the test for Level 2 English and maths prior to taking the end-point assessment and completing the app

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Howdens Joinery, a trade only business with over 780 depots, has built a reputation that builders can trust through offering best local price and providing product from local stock. Our unbeatable service and product has led to us becoming a market leader, which is why we were awarded the Royal Warrant of Appointment to Her Majesty the Queen 2015 for our quality and excellence

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Number skills, Team working, Initiative, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 4+ c and above) Desired

About the employer

Are you looking for a new challenge where you can earn while you learn? Do you want to be part of an incredible team working towards a common goal, providing excellent service to our customers? 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. Howdens Joinery, a trade only business with over 780 depots, has built a reputation that builders can trust through offering best local price and providing product from local stock. Our unbeatable service and product has led to us becoming a market leader, which is why we were awarded the Royal Warrant of Appointment to Her Majesty the Queen 2015 for our quality and excellence

Employer

HOWDEN JOINERY LIMITED

Address

Unit 6-7

Washford Trade Park, Washford Drive, Park Farm Industrial Estate

Redditch

B98 0GZ

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Training

Training provider

STAFF SELECT LTD

Contact

Laura Pountney

laura.pountney@novatraining.co.uk

07534 486764

Apprenticeship standard

Supply chain operator

Level 2 (GCSE)

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