Logistics Apprentice - Warehousing (Job ID: 1809)
Company: ASCO UK Limited
Employment Type: Full Time/Permanent
Location: Aberdeen
This exciting opportunity is on offer to those with a willingness to work hard, an aptitude to learn and the right attitude to ensure ASCO continues to deliver more for our clients with a quality service. The educational element of the ASCO apprenticeship is through the attainment of the SVQ Level 3 Logistics Operations. As an ASCO apprentice you will demonstrate the energy, commitment, and motivation to learn and carry out all aspects of this hands-on role, whilst developing their communication skills to fully integrate with the Warehouse Team. The role will assist the efficient and effective operation of the receipts, storage, maintenance, cycle count, preparation for shipment and inventory functions.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
•Receiving and Inspecting Goods:
oAssist in receiving and inspecting incoming shipments.
oCheck for damaged or missing items.
oVerify the accuracy of received goods against purchase orders.
•Inventory Management:
oAssist in maintaining accurate inventory records.
oParticipate in regular stock checks and cycle counts.
oReport discrepancies and work on resolving them.
•Storage and Organisation:
oHelp organise and store goods in designated locations.
oEnsure that items are stored in a way that prevents damage and allows for easy retrieval.
oAssist in maintaining a clean and organised warehouse space.
•Order Picking and Packing:
oLearn the process of picking items from the warehouse to fulfill customer orders.
oAssist in packing and preparing orders for shipment.
oEnsure that orders are accurate and well-packaged.
•Material Handling:
oOperate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks (after appropriate training and certification).
oFollow safety protocols for handling and moving goods within the warehouse.
•Shipping and Receiving:
oAssist in preparing goods for outbound shipments.
oCoordinate with carriers for timely deliveries.
oEnsure proper documentation for outgoing shipments.
•Quality Control:
oParticipate in quality control processes to ensure the integrity of stored goods.
oReport any quality issues or defects promptly.
•Communication:
oCommunicate effectively with team members and other departments.
oReport any issues or concerns to supervisors promptly.
•Compliance and Safety:
oAdhere to safety guidelines and procedures.
oFollow company policies and procedures related to warehouse operations.
oComply with health and safety regulations.
Minimum Qualifications & Competencies
•National 5 Standard Grades (or equivalent)
•Strong interpersonal and communication skills
•Attention to detail and good organisational skills
•IT literacy
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I)
ASCO is committed to supporting and promoting Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I). This commitment is embraced by our Group Board and our Management Board and informs all of our activities and their impact on our customers, employees and our stakeholders.
