Cask Handlers / FLT Drivers

Total Recruitment; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Clydebank is seeking a Cask Handler for a temporary role in a warehouse. The successful candidate will be responsible for loading and unloading casks, operating machinery, and maintaining safety and organization in the workspace. Previous warehouse experience and a FLT Licence are preferred. The position offers a training rate of £13 per hour, increasing to £19 after training. Join us to contribute to our excellent warehouse operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse or similar environment is preferred.
• A FLT Licence is advantageous.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems is a plus.
• Ability to perform heavy moving techniques with a focus on safety.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials from lorries and containers.
• Operate forklifts and other machinery.
• Sort, stack, and store products in designated areas.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist in shipping and receiving operations.
• Collaborate with team members to complete tasks.

Skills

Warehouse experience

FLT Licence

Warehouse management systems familiarity

Heavy moving techniques

Organisational skills

Teamwork and communication

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Cask Handler to join our dynamic team in a fast-paced warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the efficient loading and unloading of the casks, ensuring that all operations run smoothly. This role requires a combination of moving and handling techniques, mechanical knowledge, and familiarity with warehouse management systems.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials from lorries and containers, ensuring safe handling practices are followed.
• Operate forklifts and other machinery as required for moving heavy items.
• Engage in materials handling tasks, including sorting, stacking, and storing products in designated areas.
• Maintain an organised and clean work area to promote safety and efficiency.
• Assist in shipping and receiving operations, verifying the accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks while adhering to safety protocols.

Skills and experience

• Previous experience in a warehouse or similar environment is preferred
• A FLT Licence would be an added advantage
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems will be considered a plus
• Ability to perform heavy moving techniques as required by the role, with a focus on safety
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail are essential for maintaining inventory accuracy
• A proactive attitude towards teamwork and communication is necessary for success in this position

Contract and hours

Please note this role is a temporary contract which is expected to last until Christmas, at which time it maybe reviewed and extended. We are looking for starts within the next 1-2 weeks.

Operating window for hours will be between 8.00am - 4.45pm, Monday to Thursday, 8.00am - 12pm Friday, 37 hour working week within this time frame.

Please note that a training rate of £13 will be paid for the first 4-6 weeks, after training the rate will revert to £19 per hour.

Join us as a Handler and contribute to our commitment to excellence in warehouse operations!

Total Recruitment Group offers the services of an employment agency for permanent placements and an employment business for temporary placements