Warehouse Assistant (Samples) in Northumberland

This role is maternity cover (12 months fixed term contract).

Hourly Salary: £12.71

Your Tasks:

• Process and pick orders with the utmost care and accuracy, package correctly and despatch on time in line with customers’ requirements.
• Advise the WHM / Pick and Pack Shift Supervisor of any problems.
• Operate as a member of the Warehouse team in the Pick and Pack Warehouses.
• Ensure all Company property / equipment is used and maintained with due care and attention.
• Ensure that stock and work areas are maintained in a clean, tidy and organised condition.
• Assist with the organisation and stock rotation of all products held within the department, supporting stock checks and validation.
• Ensure incoming materials are processed in an efficient and timely manner.
• Assist with any projects as required by the WHM / Pick and Pack Shift Supervisor or WHM / Shipping Manager.
• Ensure all safety precautions as detailed in the Health and Safety procedures are taken and that safety equipment is in good order and used at all times.
• Ensure that the operation and related tasks are conducted in a safe working manner and that any incidents / accidents and hazards are duly reported.
• Observe and comply with the Company Quality Systems as detailed in the Quality Manual at all times.
• Attend training courses deemed necessary for this position.
• Provide out-of-hours support as required.
• Carry out any other reasonable tasks as commensurate with the position.

Our Requirements:

• Basic standard of IT skills and competent use of Microsoft Products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems preferred.
• Experience of working in a Pick-Pack environment preferred.
• Fork Lift Truck experience preferred.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Able to collaborate well as part of a team.
• Good standard of communication skills.

We Offer:

• Join Northumberland's largest family‑owned manufacturing employer; where employee wellbeing, health and safety are at the heart of everything we do.
• We're committed to delivering excellence in quality, customer service, sustainability, and environmental responsibility.
• You’ll benefit from a competitive pension and benefits package, a rewarding and diverse role, and access to cutting‑edge technology and systems.
• From a thorough induction to ongoing professional development, we support your growth every step of the way.

Other benefits include:

• A competitive salary and pension scheme (with Life Assurance).
• An annual Christmas bonus and gift.
• Annual lifestyle and wellbeing checks.
• The chance to work for an international business operating across 11 countries.
• 26.5 days holiday.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• An environmental and sustainability focused employer.
• Tailored training and career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to take part in a range of employee wellbeing initiatives.
• On‑site restaurant.
• Access to free fruit on a weekly basis.
• Free parking in a secure staff car park.

Your Contact: Jack Smith, HR, T +44 1434 611032

About EGGER: We create more from wood. With approximately 12,000 employees worldwide who work with passion, upholding our family values and innovative spirit. This is how we create products for furniture, interior design, construction as well as laminate flooring. We keep moving and are always developing – manufacturing new products, tapping into emerging markets and generating exciting prospects for everyone that works with us.