Counterbalance Forklift Driver - Days

The Best Connection Group Limited; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected recruitment agency is seeking a reliable Forklift Counterbalance Driver in Shrewsbury. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience and a relevant forklift certification. Responsibilities include operating forklifts, loading/unloading deliveries, and maintaining safety standards. This role offers a salary of £13.96 per hour with a shift pattern of 6 AM to 6 PM on a 4 on/4 off rota.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 recent years using a forklift counterbalance license.
• Proven experience preferably in a manufacturing or food environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to move materials around the warehouse.
• Load and unload deliveries safely and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records of stock movements.
• Adhere to health & safety procedures and food hygiene standards.
• Support team members to ensure smooth production flow.

Skills

Proven experience as a forklift driver

Strong understanding of health & safety regulations

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Reliable and punctual

Strong team player

Education

Relevant forklift certification

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Salary: £13.96 per hour

Hours: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM, working on a 4 on/4 off rota

Job Description

We are looking for a reliable and experienced Forklift Counterbalance Driver to join our busy food manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will be skilled in operating forklifts safely and efficiently, with a strong focus on maintaining high standards of health and safety. This is potentially a Temp-to-Perm (T2P) role for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to move raw materials and finished products around the warehouse/factory
• Load and unload deliveries safely and efficiently
• Maintain accurate records of stock movements
• Adhere to all health & safety procedures and food hygiene standards
• Support team members to ensure smooth production flow

Requirements

• Proven experience as a forklift driver, preferably in a manufacturing or food environment, with a minimum of 2 recent years using a forklift counterbalance licence
• Relevant forklift certification (counterbalance, reach truck, or similar)
• Strong understanding of health & safety regulations
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player