Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Talosats Careers; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Online Benefits Hub

Company pension

Health and wellbeing support

Referral programme

Canteen facilities

On-site parking

Job summary

Sofina Foods is seeking a VNA Driver to operate Very Narrow Aisle equipment safely within a fast-paced warehouse. You will ensure stock is stored, replenished, and retrieved accurately to support customer demand and business operations.

Ideal candidates have VNA experience, a valid licence, and a proactive approach to safety and stock integrity in environments including FMCG or food manufacturing. On-site roles and shift flexibility are common.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a VNA truck within a warehouse, logistics, or distribution environment.
• Valid VNA licence or certification preferred.
• Good understanding of warehouse Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices.
• Experience using warehouse management systems, RF scanning equipment, or handheld devices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to stock accuracy.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Experience within chilled, frozen, FMCG, or food manufacturing environments would be advantageous.
• Understanding of stock control processes and inventory management principles.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including shifts, weekends, and overtime where required.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate VNA equipment safely and in line with company procedures and site rules.
• Store, retrieve, move, and load stock accurately within designated warehouse locations.
• Put away inbound deliveries into the correct racking locations.
• Retrieve stock for customer orders, production requirements, and dispatch activities.
• Carry out replenishment activities to ensure pick locations remain fully stocked.
• Complete daily equipment checks and report defects or safety concerns promptly.
• Handle products carefully to prevent damage and maintain product integrity.
• Use warehouse management systems, RF scanners, and handheld devices to accurately record stock movements.
• Support inventory accuracy through cycle counts, stock checks, and stock take activities.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, hygiene, and workplace organisation.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures, including pedestrian and vehicle segregation requirements.
• Support wider warehouse activities and operational requirements as needed.

Skills

VNA truck operation

VNA licence

Warehouse safety

RF scanning

Stock accuracy

Tools

WMS systems

RF scanners

Job description

Join our warehouse team and play a vital role in keeping products moving safely, accurately, and efficiently throughout our operation

Role Overview

As a VNA Driver, you'll be responsible for the safe operation of Very Narrow Aisle equipment, ensuring stock is accurately stored, replenished, and retrieved to support customer demand and business operations. Working within a fast-paced warehouse environment, you'll help maintain high standards of safety, stock accuracy, and service while supporting the smooth flow of goods across the site.

Key Duties

• Operate VNA equipment safely and in line with company procedures and site rules.
• Store, retrieve, move, and load stock accurately within designated warehouse locations.
• Put away inbound deliveries into the correct racking locations.
• Retrieve stock for customer orders, production requirements, and dispatch activities.
• Carry out replenishment activities to ensure pick locations remain fully stocked.
• Complete daily equipment checks and report defects or safety concerns promptly.
• Handle products carefully to prevent damage and maintain product integrity.
• Use warehouse management systems, RF scanners, and handheld devices to accurately record stock movements.
• Support inventory accuracy through cycle counts, stock checks, and stock take activities.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, hygiene, and workplace organisation.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures, including pedestrian and vehicle segregation requirements.
• Support wider warehouse activities and operational requirements as needed.

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience operating a VNA truck within a warehouse, logistics, or distribution environment.
• Valid VNA licence or certification preferred.
• Good understanding of warehouse Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices.
• Experience using warehouse management systems, RF scanning equipment, or handheld devices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to stock accuracy.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Experience within chilled, frozen, FMCG, or food manufacturing environments would be advantageous.
• Understanding of stock control processes and inventory management principles.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including shifts, weekends, and overtime where required.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high performance standards.

Why Join Us?

At Sofina Foods, we recognise the value our people bring to the business and offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and financial security. Alongside competitive pay, you'll benefit from access to our Online Benefits Hub, company pension scheme, health and wellbeing support, referral programme, canteen facilities, and on-site parking. You'll also have opportunities to develop your skills and build a rewarding career within a successful and growing food manufacturing business.

About Sofina

Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact.

With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe.

At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents.

Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation