Counterbalance Forklift Driver / Production Operative

Fox Resourcing and Recruitment Limited; Corby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is urgently seeking a Counterbalance Forklift Driver / Production Operative for a role based in Corby, United Kingdom. The successful candidate will handle material loading/unloading, maintain inventory management through RF scanners, and ensure safety in the work area. This position requires certification for forklift operation and offers rotating shifts from Monday to Friday. Interested candidates should apply with their CV and cover letter to the agency's email address.

Qualifications

• Certification in operating a Counterbalance forklift is mandatory.
• Strong technical literacy for using inventory management tools.
• Able to handle and lift weights up to 25kg.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods from vehicles and store them appropriately.
• Manage inventory using RF scanners for effective tracking.
• Conduct daily safety checks on forklifts and maintain clean work areas.
• Complete necessary paperwork related to stock and deliveries.
• Assist in manual handling and order preparation.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift operating certificate

Excellent spatial awareness

Hand-eye coordination

Ability to remain calm in stressful environments

Tools

Inventory management software

Job description

Our client urgently requires a Counterbalance Forklift Driver / Production Operative working for a local company based in Corby. Hours are rotating shifts of Monday to Friday - 06:00-13:30pm and 13:30-21:00pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Material Handling: Loading and unloading goods from lorries and transporting them to designated storage areas.
• Inventory Management: Stacking and unstacking------------------------------------------------- goods on high-reaching shelves or in storage bays, and using radio-frequency (RF) scanners to track stock movements.
• Safety & Maintenance: Performing daily pre-shift safety checks on equipment, reporting faults, and ensuring work areas are free of spills or obstructions.
• Documentation: Completing paperwork such as delivery notes, stock control logs, and manifest checks.
• General Support: Assisting with manual handling (lifting up to 20-25kg), order picking, and packing shipments.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Certification: A valid Counterbalance forklift operating certificate.
• Excellent spatial awareness, hand-eye coordination, and the ability to remain calm in fast-paced or stressful environments.
• Technical Literacy: Basic computer or handheld pukqv ation\s for inventory management software.

Contact Details

Email an up-to-date CV with covering letter tano minky @ – [e-mail]

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