Counterbalance Forklift Operator & Warehouse Associate

Menzies Distribution Solutions Ltd; Newton Hill; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time For You: 20 days annual leave

Volunteer day

Pension scheme

Job summary

Menzies Distribution Solutions in Wakefield is seeking a Warehouse Operative/Counterbalance Driver to accurately receipt goods and despatch customer orders, while supporting production areas and maintaining a strong safety culture.

The role requires a Counterbalance Licence and hands-on FLT experience, with a 4-on/4-off days shift pattern and 42 hours per week. It is a full-time, permanent position in a busy warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Counterbalance Licence and have experience operating one.
• 1+ year of counterbalance FLT experience.
• Computer literate.
• Previous warehouse experience, ideally in the food and/or beverage industry.

Responsibilities

• Operate counterbalance forklift and use hand scanners to receipting pallets.
• Receive pallets from production lines and scan into warehouse system.
• Pick orders for despatch and ensure accurate quantities.
• Rotate stock (FIFO) and consolidate as required.
• Maintain high safety standards and keep work area clean.
• Assist on loading bay during busy periods.

Skills

FLT operation

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Time management

Education

Counterbalance FLT license

Job description

Menzies Distribution Solutions in Wakefield is seeking a Warehouse Operative/Counterbalance Driver to accurately receipt goods and despatch customer orders, while supporting production areas and maintaining a strong safety culture.

The role requires a Counterbalance Licence and hands-on FLT experience, with a 4-on/4-off days shift pattern and 42 hours per week. It is a full-time, permanent position in a busy warehouse environment.