Warehouse Operative: Stock Control, Safety & Teamwork

Howdens-95ed4e89; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Pension plan

Annual leave

Staff discount

Share scheme

Working hours

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Howdens Joinery is hiring a Warehouse Person in Stoke-on-Trent to ensure stock is accurate and ready for collection or delivery. You will unload deliveries, check stock, operate or maintain forklifts, and support a fast-paced depot team with a strong safety culture.

The role emphasises independence, teamwork, and reliability, with a focus on accuracy, communication and organized planning to keep the warehouse efficient and compliant.

Qualifications

• A valid forklift license is desirable.
• Good understanding of stock control and health and safety.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail, especially with stock and records.
• Good literacy, numeracy and time management skills.
• Customer-focused, friendly and professional attitude.
• Clear communication and strong organisational planning skills.

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.

Skills

Forklift license

Stock control

Health and safety

Independence

Team member

Detail oriented

Literacy

Numeracy

Communication

Organisation

Planning

Reliability

Customer focus

Job description

Howdens Joinery is hiring a Warehouse Person in Stoke-on-Trent to ensure stock is accurate and ready for collection or delivery. You will unload deliveries, check stock, operate or maintain forklifts, and support a fast-paced depot team with a strong safety culture.

The role emphasises independence, teamwork, and reliability, with a focus on accuracy, communication and organized planning to keep the warehouse efficient and compliant.