Supply Chain Operative Apprentice

An exciting opportunity to join Hughes Group, a fresh produce supplier to UK supermarkets, at its site in Holme-on-Spalding-Moor, between Howden and Market Weighton. Commutable from Goole, Selby, Pocklington and west Hull. Learn goods-in, stock control and despatch, gain a Level 2 qualification and paid weekly.

What you'll do

The successful apprentice will support the supply chain operation across several departments, including:

• Goods in: book deliveries onto the stock system, label them and put them away in the right location
• Storage: scan pallets into warehouse locations and rotate stock so the oldest goes out first
• Production support: get materials ready for packing orders and scan products against each order
• Despatch: pick customer orders, build and label pallets, and load trailers safely
• Stock control: carry out stock counts, help with audits and report anything that doesn't match
• Supplies: order consumables and keep track of pallets and crates
• Systems: keep records accurate using the Rubicon stock system
• Safety: follow food safety, hygiene and health and safety procedures

Training

The apprentice will work towards the:

• Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
• Training will be delivered by Hull College through a combination of workplace learning, reviews, coaching and off-the-job training

After the apprenticeship

• Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a permanent role within the business and progression into senior warehouse, logistics, team leader or supply chain positions

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Organisation skills
• Number skills
• Team working
• Initiative

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English (grade 2)
• Essential: GCSE, Maths (grade 2)

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Overtime opportunities available
• Statutory pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (bank holidays worked and taken in lieu where applicable)

About the employer

Hughes Group is a family-run mushroom grower and packer based at its Howden site. The business operates 24/7, supplying fresh produce and value-added products, with new ranges continually being developed. The apprentice will gain experience working across multiple areas of the supply chain within a busy food production and distribution environment.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2), Transport and logistics
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: HULL COLLEGE
• Expected duration: 1 Year
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: Variable working week. Overtime potentially available during peak periods. Working days and hours to be confirmed.
• Start date: 9 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £16,640 a year