Warehouse Person

Howdens-95ed4e89; Ardrossan; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses & depot incentives

Pension plan with up to 12% company

Up to 32 days annual leave

Staff discount

Share scheme

40 hour working week

No evenings or Sundays

Virtual GP & wellbeing support

Job summary

Howdens Joinery is hiring a Warehouse Person in Ardrossan to keep stock organised and ready for collection or delivery. You’ll unload deliveries, check stock, and help maintain high health and safety standards in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

This hands-on role values accuracy, reliability, and a customer-focused approach as you support trade customers with timely service and accurate records. Great benefits and a supportive depot culture await.

Qualifications

• Forklift licence desirable and a good stock control mindset.
• Strong health and safety awareness with practical aptitude.
• Reliable, able to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Unload deliveries and check stock in line with safety standards.
• Carry out daily forklift checks and maintain records.
• Ensure stock is secure and prepared for dispatch.
• Keep the warehouse clean, organised and efficient through stock rotation.
• Assist with deliveries, collections and general warehouse operations.
• Support depot team to keep operations running smoothly.

Skills

Forklift licence

Stock control

Health & safety

Team player

Attention to detail

Literacy & numeracy

Communication

Time management

Job description

Join the UK’s Number One Trade Kitchen SupplierJoin Howdens as a Warehouse Person and play a key role in the success of your depot. We run an in-stock business, so getting it right in the warehouse matters. You’ll make sure our trade customers get what they need, when they need it by keeping stock organised, safe and ready for collection or delivery.This is a hands-on role where you’ll take real pride in high standards across the warehouse, working in a fast paced, team focused environment where everyone pulls together. You’ll help keep the operation running smoothly while always maintaining strong health and safety standards.What we can offer you:Competitive salary, brilliant bonuses and outstanding depot incentivesTraining and ongoing developmentExcellent pension plan with up to 12% company contributionUp to 32 days annual leave per year including bank holidays.Holiday entitlement rises with serviceGenerous staff discount on Howdens productsBuy‑as‑you‑earn share scheme40 hour working weekNo evening, Sunday or Bank Holiday workingVirtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your familyA strong team culture that genuinely sets us apartWhat we’re looking for:A valid forklift licence is desirableGood understanding of stock control and health and safetySomeone who can work independently and as part of a teamStrong attention to detail, especially when handling stock and maintaining accurate recordsGood literacy, numeracy and time management skillsA customer focused approach, with a friendly and professional attitudeClear communication and strong organisational and planning skillsSomeone who is reliable, hands on and takes pride in a safe, tidy and well-run warehouseWhat you’ll be doing:Unloading deliveries and checking stock accurately, in line with health and safety standardsCarrying out daily checks on forklift trucks and equipmentEnsuring stock is secure and accurately prepared for dispatchCompleting regular stock checks and maintaining accurate recordsKeeping the warehouse clean, organised and efficient through effective stock rotationSupporting trade customers with a professional and helpful serviceAssisting with deliveries, collections and general warehouse operationsWorking closely with the wider depot team to keep the operation running smoothlyWhat it’s like to work here:We take pride in getting things right first time for our customersEveryone pulls their weight and supports each other as one teamIt’s a busy depot, so we keep things simple, work fast and get the job doneWe all play a part in the depot’s success and share in the team bonusWe build trust by doing what we say we will, every dayHow to apply:If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Warehouse Person, then we are keen to hear from you.About Howdens:Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email [e-mail] with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.#LI-LO1 #CVL INDKSD #Reed