Warehouse Apprentice (Fixed Term - 12 months)

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Biocomposites is seeking a Warehouse Apprentice on a 12 month fixed term contract at the Trentham facility, working Mon to Fri 8:00 to 17:00. You will handle picking and packing, inbound goods, courier coordination for UK orders, IFU preparation, perpetual stock counts, stock rotation, lifting equipment, housekeeping and ERP documentation, reporting to the Senior Warehouse Assistant. Essential traits include strong communication, being a team player, good dexterity, meticulous attention to detail, organisation and the ability to follow instructions. Level 2 Certificate or equivalent is desirable. To apply, tailor your CV to demonstrate accurate data entry, stock control, safety compliance, and a proactive attitude toward training and process improvement.

Job Description

Biocomposites is an international medical devices company that engineers, manufactures, and markets world leading products for use in infection management in bone and soft tissue. Based in Keele, UK, it has global operations across Europe, USA, Argentina, Canada, China, and India. Biocomposites is a world leader in the development of innovative calcium compounds and bone cements for surgical use. Its products regenerate bone and target infection risks across a variety of specialties, including musculoskeletal infection, orthopaedics, trauma, spine, foot and ankle, podiatry, and sports injuries. Biocomposites products are now used in over one million procedures per annum and sold in more than 100 countries around the world.

Job Summary

To complete all required warehousing tasks whilst conforming to quality standards. Duties limited to activities external to the cleanroom environment.

Reports to

Senior Warehouse Assistant

Location & Working pattern

Location: Trentham Facility. Standard working hours: Mon-Fri (hours between 8:00-17:00, 37.5hpw).

Fixed Term Contract

12 months from date of employment.

Duties  & Responsibilities

• Ensure fully trained in role duties. Highlight any training deficiencies to line management and participate in any training courses to rectify
• Process picking and packing of all customer orders including coordination of courier collection for daily UK orders
• Process incoming goods comprising of raw material, post-sterilisation finished goods & RMA’s, in accordance with company procedures
• Prepare Instructions for Use (IFU’s) to meet production requirements, operating printing and booklet making equipment where necessary
• Conduct perpetual stock counts to support ongoing stock control for both raw material and finished goods
• Ensure storage of raw materials and finished goods is an accordance with company procedure and appropriate stock rotation is adhered to at all times
• Operate transportation / lifting equipment as required to support loading/unloading activities
• Conduct regular house-keeping to ensure the working environments are maintained to a high standard and comply with H&S regulations
• Escalate problems with quality, process, equipment of materials to line management
• Comply with all policies, guidelines and regulatory requirements of the company
• Support the transfer of materials between company sites
• Maintain high level of data integrity and accuracy on documentation and within ERP system
• Follow and adhere to verbal / written instruction at all times.

Essential requirements

• Good communication skills.

• Team player.

• Good dexterity.

• Attention to detail.

• Well organised.

• Able to follow instruction accurately.

• Level 2 Certificate or equivalent (desirable)

What do we offer?

Competitive salary and benefits! With us, you will receive a competitive salary package and benefits.

We grow talent. At Biocomposites we create opportunities to thrive and grow.

One Biocomposites – team spirit & engagement. Our culture is important and we strive to create engaged and inclusive global teams that encourage colleagues to share their diverse perspectives and opinions.

Who do we look for?

People who are passionate about what we do.

People who are open minded to evolving the way we work.

People who can work together to transform outcomes and change lives.

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free parking
• On-site parking