Summary

Wage£20,000 a year
Training courseSupply chain warehouse operative (level 2)
Hours Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm hours to be confirmed as this may vary.
40 hours a week
Duration 1 year 6 months

Work

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

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 forklift trucks. Warehouse Operatives communicate with a wide range of people and customers.

Responsibilities:

Managing stock in and out
Picking and packing customer orders
Store transfers and stock control
Ensuring that the warehouse is safe and well-stocked
The role involves various tasks essential to maintaining efficient supply chain operations. The candidate will gain hands-on experience in inventory management, order processing, and logistics within a pharmaceutical setting
Loading and unloading stock deliveries
Fulfilling orders for businesses / customers in the UK and globally
Picking, packing and dispatching
Perform general warehouse duties
Re-labelling and re-working products
Processing returns

Desired Skills:

Takes an organised and methodical approach
Excellent approachable face-to-face and phone manner
Good attention to detail
Personal qualities
Positive attitude
Willingness to learn
Punctual
Hunger and desire to achieve and be the best you can be

Why work for DACHSER?

We’re a family-owned global logistics provider delivering over 83 million shipments a year, including everything from fashion, DIY, chemicals to medical equipment. Internationally, we are amongst the top 15 logistics providers in terms of sales revenue.

We combine and integrate the world's most intelligent logistics network capabilities that keep the global economy running - today and tomorrow.

DACHSER is a diverse, innovative and energetic workplace where everyone's ideas are always welcomed and considered. We strive to keep the family sentiment running through the business, which creates an exciting, ambitious and supportive work ethic. Whether you are looking at opportunities in operations, as part of our Regional Office or support teams, we offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits.

Where you’ll work

Unit 35

Edison Gate, Clipper Boulevard West

Crossways

Dartford

DA2 6QN

Training

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 - SR APPRENTICESHIPS LIMITED

Your training course - Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2) Equal to GCSE

Your training plan

Level 2 Standard in Supply Chain Warehouse Operative

Level 2 in Functional Skills maths and English (if applicable)
Level 2 Certificate in Warehouse and Storage
On and off-the-job training and location to be confirmed

Requirements Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 4/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

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

About this company

Dachser is a global logistics business looking for talented individuals who want to develop knowledge and skills in a company that recognises and rewards hard work and commitment. The Dachser apprenticeship programme is unique in respect of how you learn the industry. You will have the benefit of working on a rotation through every department to ensure you have a full understanding of the logistics process and a guaranteed role with us at the end of your learning journey.

http://www.dachser.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Generous Holiday Allowance + Bank Holidays. Employee Assistance. Programme & Health Benefits. Employee Discount Scheme. Cycle to Work Scheme. Life Assurance Benefit.

After this apprenticeship

A role in a successful, dynamic company
Be a part of a strong team of performance driven colleagues
Great future career prospects for advancement
A professional working environment

Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship there may be the opportunity for further education or a permanent role within the business if you prove to be the right candidate.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: Up to £20,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

What do you know about the hiring organisation?
Have you been in the UK/EU/EEA for the last three years?
What interests you in this Apprenticeship and why have you applied?
What are your main strengths? What are your weaknesses?
How long will the journey take to the place of work and how will you get there?

Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)

Work Location: In person

Dachser

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