Counterbalance Driver

Barker Ross Group; Wigston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite car park

Onsite canteen

Local amenities

Job summary

Barker Ross Group is recruiting for an FLT Counterbalance Driver to join a bakery manufacturing operation in Wigston, LE18. The role requires a national accredited Counterbalance license and offers daytime hours from 08:00 to 16:00, Friday to Tuesday, with an immediate start.

You will safely receive and store materials, operate a Counterbalance FLT, manage paperwork, and help maintain stock accuracy using ERP/WMS systems while adhering to health and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Requires national accredited Counterbalance license.
• Immediate start available.

Responsibilities

• Safely receive, store and manage materials using ERP/WMS and perform FIFO inventory checks.
• Complete intake, dispatch and returns paperwork with traceability and compliance.
• Operate a Counterbalance FLT to handle storage, dispatch and pallet placement.
• Maintain a clean, organised warehouse and monitor temperature for chilled/frozen goods.
• Collaborate with team and other departments to support smooth operations and continuous improvement.

Skills

Counterbalance FLT license

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Tools

ERP/WMS

Job description

Barker Ross is currently recruiting for an FLT Counterbalance Driver to work in an international food manufacturing company (bakery) based in the Wigston, LE18 area.

Our client has been developing bakery solutions for food service providers, retailers, and bakers for over 30 years. They operate in 20 countries around the world. They adapt their recipes and services to local traditions, eating habits and sales channels.

This role is an immediate start.

This role requires a national accredited Counterbalance license.

Pay rate: £14.33 to 15.83 per hour

Working hours: 08:00 to 16:00 Friday - Tuesday

Duties

• Safely receive, store, and manage raw materials and finished goods using ERP/WMS systems, ensuring stock rotation (FIFO) and accurate inventory checks.


• Complete all required paperwork, including intake, dispatch, and returns handling, ensuring accurate traceability and compliance with company procedures.


• Operate a Counterbalance FLT to handle storage, dispatch, and ensure safe pallet placement in the warehouse.


• Maintain a clean and organised warehouse, complying with health, safety, and environmental policies, including temperature monitoring for chilled/frozen goods.


• Collaborate with the team, external drivers, and other departments to support smooth operations, elevate issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Working for a reputable company


• Onsite car park


• Onsite canteen


• Local amenities

Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.