Engineering Stores Apprentice

Avara Foods Ltd; Hereford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable food manufacturing company in Hereford is seeking an Engineering Stores Apprentice. This role offers hands-on experience in managing engineering stores, with responsibilities including stock control and purchase orders. Ideal for those eager to learn and grow in their careers, the position provides structured training and a clear path towards a full Stores role with a competitive salary. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced engineering environment and contribute to the team effectively.

Benefits

Structured training

Mentoring

Clear progression path

Qualifications

• Knowledge or experience in Engineering – Desirable.
• Food Hygiene Certificate – Desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day store management tasks, including stock control.
• Raise and track purchase orders and handle invoice queries.
• Communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and contractors.

Skills

Willingness to learn and work independently

Strong organisational skills

Intermediate computer skills

Good level of English communication

Job description

About the Role

Engineering Stores Apprentice

Location

Hereford Sites

Department

Engineering

Reports to

Engineering MRP Lead

Grade

8

Hours

Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 16:30

Salary

Starting at £25,396.80, with the potential to progress to £32,000 (current Stores role)

Are you looking for an exciting apprenticeship opportunity in a fast‑paced engineering environment? Avara Foods is seeking an Engineering Stores Apprentice to support our Engineering Team at our Hereford site. You will gain hands‑on experience managing engineering stores while learning key skills that will help you progress in your career.

Purpose of the Role

As an Engineering Stores Apprentice, you will report to the Engineering MRP Lead and be responsible for day‑to‑day store management tasks, including stock control, purchase orders, and supporting the engineering team in all store‑related activities.

What You’ll Do

• Book in and issue stock items
• Unload deliveries and manage materials
• Conduct daily stock checks to maintain supply
• Manage oil and gas bottle stores, including fuel deliveries
• Raise and track purchase orders, receipting orders and services in the system
• Handle invoice queries and payments
• Arrange repairs for equipment
\>Add and update stock items in the stores system
• Communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and contractors

The Environment

• Fast‑moving FMCG manufacturing with refrigerated areas producing short shelf‑life products
• Frequent changes due to system and equipment upgrades
• Compliance with hygiene, safety, and biosecurity standards is essential
• Ability to stay up to date with operational requirements, regulations, and training

General Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality of information
• Promote the Avara Vision and Values
• Comply with all company policies and procedures
• Adhere to Health & Safety, food safety, and biosecurity requirements
• Contribute to team learning and development
• Participate in shifts and on‑call duties where applicable
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required by the line manager

Apprentice Specification

• Willingness to learn and work independently and as part of a team – Essential
• Knowledge or experience in Engineering – Desirable
• Strong organisational skills with ability to prioritise workload – Essential
• Intermediate computer skills – Essential
• Good level of English communication – Essential
• Food Hygiene Certificate – Desirable

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in engineering stores, with structured training, mentoring, and a clear progression path to a full Stores role with a salary of £32,000.