About
Employer description
We supply specialist products for use in areas including construction, civil engineering, renewable energy, landfill and rail.
Main description
We supply specialist products for use in areas including construction, civil engineering, renewable energy, landfill and rail. The team are looking to recruit for an Apprentice - Warehouse and Manufacturing.
Manufacturing & Production:
- Assist in the manufacture and fabrication of plastic products to customer specifications.
- Support the operation and monitoring of machinery (full training provided).
- Manufacture coiled pipe and related plastic fabrication products.
- Work with HDPE pipe and sheet materials to produce manifolds, chambers, and associated products.
- Learn and perform plastic welding techniques in accordance with issued drawings (training provided).
- Read and interpret CAD drawings where required.
- Assist with stock organisation and material control within the fabrication department.
- Conduct routine tool and equipment inspections.
- Support general site maintenance activities.
- Participate in team meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to Lean Manufacturing activities and identify waste reduction opportunities.
- Attend training sessions such as Tool Box Talks and Lean Manufacturing workshops.
- Comply fully with ISO 9001 processes for design, manufacturing, and testing.
Warehouse & Logistics:
- Perform daily stock and warehouse tasks to support smooth site operations.
- Assist in maintaining warehouse areas in line with Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.
- Load and unload goods using a forklift truck (training provided where required).
- Coordinate goods-in arrangements and inspect incoming deliveries.
- Pick, pack, wrap, and prepare customer orders for dispatch.
- Coordinate with logistics providers to book appropriate transport for customer deliveries.
- Monitor stock levels and report discrepancies or shortages to management.
- Assist with annual stock takes and ongoing inventory control.
- Replenish warehouse stock in the most cost-effective manner.
- Ensure OTIF (On Time In Full) performance remains at or above the company target of 95%.
- Liaise professionally with the Sales team to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Complete and file all required paperwork in compliance with ISO 9001 procedures.
- Record quality issues (supplier, customer, internal) using Asana.
- Monitor tools and equipment wear in warehousing areas and recommend efficiency improvements.
- Assist with maintenance, inspection, and cleaning of pool cars and vans.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organised warehouse environment at all times.
Health, Safety & Compliance:
- Understand and comply with the company’s Health, Safety and Environment Policy.
- Set a personal example in maintaining high safety standards.
- Ensure work areas are safe, tidy, and compliant at the end of each shift.
- Complete weekly Health & Safety inspections as required.
- Maintain quality service by complying with company standards, procedures, rules, and regulations.
Entry requirements
Essential:
GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 3-9)
Skills required
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Team working
- Problem solving skills
- Initiative
Training to be provided
The learner will be studying the Engineering Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
Day release to West Suffolk College
Things to consider
We are a reactive business, dealing with drillers onsite, or orders change and we have to react very quickly to this, we have lulls in the pace of work and can go from quiet and working on improving site to rushed. A lot of our work is outside in our yards due to the produce, but our roles are a combination of computer work and manual handling.
Future prospects
We are seeking a candidate that wants to come on board for a longer term career with us, therefore the suitable apprentice would hopefully remain full time once the apprenticeship finishes.
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 01/05/2026
Salary
£ 16640 per year
Location
This job is located in Rougham, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
How to Apply
About West Suffolk College
West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.
