FLT Counterbalance Driver

Manpower; Coventry; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower (United Kingdom) is seeking an FLT Counterbalance Driver for a Coventry-based role. You will safely move materials, goods and components to support production schedules, ensuring timely supply to production lines and storage areas.

The position offers day shifts from 6:00am to 2:00pm, immediate starts and a contract on a long-term manufacturing project, with security clearances and adherence to health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Valid and in-date Counterbalance FLT licence.
• Experience operating Counterbalance Forklift Trucks in warehouse/logistics/manufacturing.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance Forklift Trucks safely and in accordance with site procedures.
• Load and unload deliveries, checking goods against delivery documentation.
• Transport materials, components and finished products throughout the facility.
• Supply production areas with materials in line with operational requirements.
• Store stock accurately within designated warehouse and production locations.
• Conduct pre-use vehicle inspections and report defects or maintenance requirements.
• Assist with stock control, inventory checks and stock movements.
• Ensure all goods are handled safely to prevent damage and maintain quality standards.
• Complete relevant paperwork and system transactions accurately.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and support 5S initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with stores, logistics and production teams to achieve operational objectives.

Skills

FLT licence

Counterbalance forklift experience

Health & safety awareness

Teamwork & communication

Job description

FLT Counterbalance Driver Coventry £13.92 per hour Day Shift - Monday to Friday, 6:00am to 2:00pm Up to 14 months' work Immediate starts

Manpower is currently recruiting for FLT Counterbalance Drivers to join a secure, high-profile manufacturing project based in Coventry. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term assignment within a fast-paced production environment, supporting the movement of materials, components and finished goods critical to manufacturing operations.

The Role As an FLT Counterbalance Driver, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement, storage and distribution of materials throughout the facility, ensuring production teams have the materials they need to meet customer requirements and production schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance Forklift Trucks safely and in accordance with site procedures.
• Load and unload deliveries, checking goods against delivery documentation.
• Transport materials, components and finished products throughout the facility.
• Supply production areas with materials in line with operational requirements.
• Store stock accurately within designated warehouse and production locations.
• Conduct pre-use vehicle inspections and report defects or maintenance requirements.
• Assist with stock control, inventory checks and stock movements.
• Ensure all goods are handled safely to prevent damage and maintain quality standards.
• Complete relevant paperwork and system transactions accurately.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and support 5S initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with stores, logistics and production teams to achieve operational objectives.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Valid and in-date Counterbalance FLT licence.
• Previous experience operating Counterbalance Forklift Trucks within a warehouse, logistics or manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer literacy.

Desirable

• Experience working within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience using handheld scanners or warehouse management systems.
• Stock control or inventory experience.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen or 5S methodologies.
• Experience loading and unloading vehicles.

Screening and Vetting Requirements

• BPSS clearance
• Dexterity testing
• Colour-blindness screening

Applicants must meet the security requirements associated with the project.

If you are an experienced FLT Counterbalance Driver looking for a long-term opportunity with a leading manufacturing operation, we'd like to hear from you.

If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.