Supply chain warehouse operative

Level

Intermediate · like GCSEs

Length

1 yr

typical

Sector

Transport and logistics

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Carrying out a range of moving, packaging and stock-taking roles and duties in a warehouse environment.

Receive and check incoming deliveries against purchase orders

Store goods in correct locations following warehouse procedures

Pick customer orders accurately using scanners or pick lists

Pack and label goods for dispatch to the correct standard

Conduct stock counts and report discrepancies

Operate warehouse equipment safely following training

Keep the warehouse clean, tidy, and hazard-free

Warehouse layout, processes, and the flow of goods through a warehouse

Safe manual handling and moving heavy or awkward items

Using handheld scanners and warehouse management systems

Stock control, inventory accuracy, and cycle counting

Operating forklift trucks or other warehouse machinery (where applicable)

Health and safety legislation and risk awareness in a warehouse

Picking, packing, and dispatching goods to correct specifications

Ready to look for a place?

See live Supply chain warehouse operative apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

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