Counterbalance Forklift Driver

CNC Recruitment Limited; Wincanton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to work in Wincanton for a well-respected food production company. Responsibilities include operating a forklift for material handling, conducting equipment inspections, and tracking inventory. The role offers a pay rate of £12.73 - £18.50 per hour with rotational shifts. A background in warehouse operations and mechanical knowledge is essential for candidates.

Benefits

Canteen

Company pension

Free parking

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Prior experience operating a forklift is essential.
• Proficiency in materials handling and warehouse operations.
• Ability to load and unload materials safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Handle the loading and unloading of materials using a forklift.
• Utilise mechanical knowledge to inspect and maintain equipment.
• Perform basic maths calculations for inventory control.

Skills

Forklift operation

Materials handling

Warehouse operations

Mechanical knowledge

Basic maths skills

Job description

Overview

CNC Recruitment are looking for a skilled Forklift Operator to work for our client in Wincanton - a well-respected food production company in the Southwest area. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a forklift to move materials within the warehouse and onto trucks for distribution.

Location

Wincanton Area

Pay and Contract

• Pay Rate: £12.73 - £18.50 per hour
• Contract: Temp - Perm

Shifts

• Rotational shifts: 6am - 2pm (£12.73 per hour)
• 2pm - 10pm (£12.73 per hour)
• 10pm - 6am (£18.50 per hour)

Duties

• Handle the loading and unloading of materials using a forklift
• Utilise mechanical knowledge to inspect and maintain equipment
• Perform basic maths calculations for inventory control
• Operate within a warehouse management system to track inventory movements
• Assist with shipping and receiving tasks
• Conduct equipment repairs as necessary
• Engage in heavy lifting tasks when required

Requirements

• Prior experience operating a forklift is essential
• Proficiency in materials handling and warehouse operations
• Ability to load and unload materials safely and efficiently
• Mechanical knowledge for equipment inspection and maintenance
• Basic maths skills for inventory control purposes
• Familiarity with shipping, receiving, and warehouse management systems

Benefits

• Canteen
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking