Warehouse Operator – Stock Control & Safety Focus

Howden Joinery Limited; Matlock; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses and depot incentives

Pension plan with up to 12% company

Up to 32 days annual leave

Staff discount on Howdens products

Share scheme

40 hour working week

No evenings or Sundays

Virtual GP and wellbeing support

Strong team culture

Job summary

Howdens Joinery Limited in Matlock is seeking a Warehouse Person to keep stock accurate, safe and ready for collection or delivery. This hands-on role supports a fast-paced depot team and rewards accuracy and a strong safety mindset.

You’ll unload deliveries, check stock, operate forklifts if licensed, and ensure records are up to date. The role offers a competitive salary, good pension, holiday entitlement and a supportive working culture.

Qualifications

• Forklift licence (desirable) and strong stock-handling experience.
• Good understanding of stock control and health and safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping.
• Good literacy, numeracy and time management skills.
• Customer-focused approach with a friendly and professional attitude.
• Clear communication and strong organisational skills.
• Reliable, hands-on, and committed to a tidy, safe 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 effective 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 licence (desirable)

Stock control

Health and safety awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Literacy and numeracy

Customer-focused

Communication and planning

Reliability and hands-on approach

Job description

Howdens Joinery Limited in Matlock is seeking a Warehouse Person to keep stock accurate, safe and ready for collection or delivery. This hands-on role supports a fast-paced depot team and rewards accuracy and a strong safety mindset.

You’ll unload deliveries, check stock, operate forklifts if licensed, and ensure records are up to date. The role offers a competitive salary, good pension, holiday entitlement and a supportive working culture.