Day Shift Counterbalance Forklift Driver - Warehouse

CSS; Maldon; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

CSS in Maldon is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver (Counterbalance) to join our busy manufacturing and distribution operation on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role involves safe handling, storage and dispatch of products, with 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:15pm, and a pay rate of £14.50 per hour.

You will regularly operate a Counterbalanced forklift, perform safety checks, pick orders, support packing, and maintain accurate records while complying with Health &

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety processes and site compliance.
• Proven experience operating a Counterbalance forklift truck.
• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence and a valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
• Carry out daily forklift safety checks and report faults.
• Pick products accurately to meet operational requirements.
• Support packing by ensuring packaging materials are available.
• Complete stock rotation in line with site procedures.
• Report stock damage and move damaged goods to quarantine area.
• Load/unload vehicles and transfer products between pallets.
• Maintain communication with drivers, hauliers, and management.
• Ensure correct documentation for dispatched products.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, hygiene and housekeeping.

Skills

Experience in busy warehouse/manufact.

Health & Safety awareness

Counterbalance forklift operation

Valid driving licence

Warehouse scanners (desirable)

Tools

Counterbalance Forklift Licence

Warehouse Scanners

Job description

CSS in Maldon is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver (Counterbalance) to join our busy manufacturing and distribution operation on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role involves safe handling, storage and dispatch of products, with 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:15pm, and a pay rate of £14.50 per hour.

You will regularly operate a Counterbalanced forklift, perform safety checks, pick orders, support packing, and maintain accurate records while complying with Health &