FLT Counterbalance driver

Masstemps Ltd; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Masstemps Ltd is seeking a reliable full-time FLT counterbalance driver for a busy foundry site in Kidderminster. You will move materials, goods and stock across production and warehouse areas, support loading/unloading, and help maintain a clean, safe working environment in line with site procedures.

The ideal candidate holds a valid FLT Counterbalance licence, has experience in manufacturing or industrial settings, and can work Monday to Friday 2pm–10pm. £13.85 per hour.

Qualifications

• A valid and recognised FLT Counterbalance licence.
• Experience operating a counterbalance forklift in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Experience handling heavy or bulky materials is advantageous.
• Good awareness of workplace health and safety.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a busy, industrial foundry environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload vehicles.
• Move raw materials, aluminium products and finished goods.
• Supply production areas with required materials.
• Stack, store and organise stock.
• Carry out daily FLT safety checks and report defects.
• Ensure safe handling and storage of goods.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and organised working environment.
• Follow site health and safety procedures in a foundry.
• Support general warehouse and production duties when required.

Skills

FLT Counterbalance Licence

Forklift Operation

Heavy Materials Handling

Health & Safety Awareness

Reliability & Punctuality

Teamwork

Foundry Environment

Job description

Masstemps are currently recruiting for a full time, experienced FLT counterbalance driver to join our established foundry client based in Kidderminster.

This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and hardworking individual to join a busy manufacturing environment, supporting the day-to-day movement of materials, finished products and stock throughout the site.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of materials, helping to maintain smooth production and warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a counterbalance forklift truck safely and efficiently throughout the site.
• Loading and unloading incoming and outgoing vehicles.
• Moving raw materials, aluminium products and finished goods around the foundry.
• Supplying production areas with the materials required to maintain workflow.
• Stacking, storing and organising stock within designated areas.
• Carrying out daily FLT safety checks and reporting any defects.
• Ensuring all goods are handled and stored safely to prevent damage.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised working environment.
• Following all site health and safety procedures, particularly within a foundry environment.
• Supporting general warehouse and production duties when required.

The Ideal Candidate

• A valid and recognised FLT Counterbalance licence.
• Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience handling heavy or bulky materials would be advantageous.
• Good awareness of workplace health and safety.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a busy, industrial foundry environment.

Hours of work: Monday - Friday 2pm-10pm

Rate of pay: £13.85 per hour.