Warehouse Apprenticeship MUCKLOW HILL INTERIORS LTD

We are Halesowen’s largest retail showroom for the home, covering 25,00 sq. feet, within easy reach of the Birmingham, Wolverhampton & Dudley areas. Warehouse operatives will be required to receive, store and dispatch goods and products in a warehouse, factory or stockroom.

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Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,754.68

  • Working week

    Days and shifts to be confirmed

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    27 Mar 2023

  • Date posted

    06 Mar 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000139766

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Duties will include:

  • Treating merchandise with care and concern at all times
  • Physical strength, fitness and dexterity, as you will often have to lift heavy packages
  • Safely and efficiently load and unload items into and from vehicles, buildings, containers, lift vans, crates and/or boxes; use appropriate MHE or machinery where necessary; ensure items are safely and efficiently packed, assembled and/or disassembled as appropriate
  • Use correct equipment and procedures to record receiving or stowing goods; produce relevant paperwork or labelling processes
  • Effectively collaborate with other members of staff
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Computer literacy
  • Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills to coordinate large volumes of goods
  • The ability to work effectively under limited supervision

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

Training towards Level 2 Warehouse Operative will include:

Safe driving and/or operating techniques to standard and as trained, relating to MHE (e.g. Counterbalance/Reach Trucks, Powered Pallet Trucks, Ride on Pallet Trucks, Order Pickers, Narrow Aisle Pickers, Mobile Elevated Work Platforms, Forklift Trucks) as relevant to their role and setting.

Adherence to safe practice when working at heights Steps to take to minimise the effect their work (and the wider industry) has on the environment.

Maintain a high level of housekeeping and manage waste effectively.

Using packing materials efficiently to reduce waste and costs and the consequences of not using or disposing of these correctly.

Safe use of equipment and machinery (such as MHE, vehicle and delivery systems); where to find instructions/guidance; consequences of incorrect use.

Use of warehouse systems and processes relating to packaging, moving and receiving stock (e.g., Load Container Lists) within a warehouse environment to facilitate the safe handling of goods and an effective and efficient service to internal/external customers

Basic IT applications and other relevant technology and systems, including warehousing management, data capture, radio and barcoding systems to ensure the safe and efficient processing of goods.

Relevant regulation and legislation (including international where relevant to role) governing the supply chain industry, their subsector and role in particular; consequences of not adhering to legal guidelines.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Could apply for a full-time position.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Initiative, Organisation skills

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English and Maths (Grade 4) Desired

About the employer

Birmingham Bathroom, Kitchen, Bedroom and Tile Showroom

Employer

MUCKLOW HILL INTERIORS LTD

Address

Mucklow Hill

Halesowen

B62 8DL

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Training

Training provider

SANDWELL COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Supply chain warehouse operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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