Lean manufacturing warehouse operative Apprentice

Role and Resposibilities include:

• Follow job instructions, inspection procedures and product specifications to carry out quality assurance activities within required timeframes
• Collect production samples at the required intervals in line with inspection specifications and operating procedures
• Conduct inspections and testing using the appropriate methods and equipment to ensure products meet quality standards
• Safely prepare, handle, transfer and store samples in accordance with quality control procedures
• Identify products, materials or samples that do not meet quality requirements and follow procedures for segregation of defective items
• Accurately interpret inspection and testing results and maintain clear records of findings
• Report quality concerns, defects or non-conforming products to the appropriate team members
• Follow job instructions, specifications and material handling procedures to safely transfer materials within the warehouse or production area
• Move materials and products to the correct locations within required timelines using appropriate equipment
• Ensure materials selected for movement match job requirements and production needs
• Load, secure and transport materials safely in line with company procedures and safe handling practices
• Carry out checks on materials before movement and report any damage or quality concerns
• Use material handling equipment safely, ensuring it is in good working condition before use
• Follow correct manual handling techniques and equipment load limits at all times
• Return equipment to the correct location after use and ensure it is left in a safe and usable condition
• Follow all health, safety and environmental regulations while maintaining a clean and organised work area
• Receiving and processing incoming stock and materials
• Picking and fulfilling orders from stock
• Packing and shipping orders, or organising and retrieving stock in the warehouse
• Loading and unloading of both loose and containerised vehicles
• Safe pallet wrapping and stock locating in accordance with company requirements
• Pick and pack as required by clients to include the opening of cases, pallets, boxes, etc.; and the safe repackaging for store, onward transport of aforementioned items
• Understanding of Health & Safety compliance within the warehouse

• On the job training delivered by the employer
• Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end point assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeships English and mathematics minimum requirement is Entry Level 3
• Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will carry out regular training
• Assessment and support visits to ensure you acquire new learning, knowledge skills and behaviours to progress and develop
• Identify, track and support 6 hours off the job training activities.
• Quarterly formal progress review meetings, identifying learning achievements and next steps