Forklift-Ready Warehouse Operator

Howden Joinery Limited; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Pension up to 12%

Up to 32 days annual leave

Staff discount

Share scheme

40 hour week

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Howdens Joinery Limited is recruiting a Warehouse Person to support depot operations in the UK. You will unload deliveries, check stock, and prepare items for dispatch, ensuring accuracy and compliance with health and safety standards.

This hands‑on role requires teamwork, reliability and a commitment to high standards, with a 40‑hour week, excellent benefits and opportunities for development at Howdens.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift licence is desirable.
• Good understanding of stock control and health and safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail, especially when handling stock and maintaining accurate records.
• Good literacy, numeracy and time management skills.
• Customer focused with a friendly and professional attitude.
• Clear communication and strong organisational and planning skills.
• Reliable, hands on and takes pride in a safe, tidy warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Unloading deliveries and checking stock accurately, in line with health and safety standards.
• Carrying out daily checks on forklift trucks and equipment.
• Ensuring stock is secure and accurately prepared for dispatch.
• Completing regular stock checks and maintaining accurate records; keeping the warehouse clean, organised and efficient through stock rotation.
• Supporting trade customers with a professional and helpful service.
• Assisting with deliveries, collections and general warehouse operations.
• Working closely with the wider depot team to keep the operation running smoothly.

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

Howdens Joinery Limited is recruiting a Warehouse Person to support depot operations in the UK. You will unload deliveries, check stock, and prepare items for dispatch, ensuring accuracy and compliance with health and safety standards.

This hands‑on role requires teamwork, reliability and a commitment to high standards, with a 40‑hour week, excellent benefits and opportunities for development at Howdens.