FLT Counterbalance Operative (Packing Department)

Prestige Recruitment Specialists; Neat Marsh; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Prestige Recruitment Specialists are recruiting for an FLT Counterbalance Operative to work in the HU12 area of Hull. The role involves operating a Counterbalance forklift to pack, move finished products, and support production and warehouse activities in a busy manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates will hold a valid Counterbalance FLT licence and have experience in manufacturing or warehouse settings.

Qualifications

• Valid in-date Counterbalance Forklift Licence is essential.
• Experience in manufacturing/warehouse environment preferred.
• Packing or production experience is advantageous.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Hands-on, physically active role; able to work with teams.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
• Load batches into kegging stations and move finished products.
• Transport pallets and materials around the site as required.
• Assist with loading/unloading and moving goods to stores.
• Follow batch card instructions and customer specifications.
• Carry out equipment and workstation checks; report issues.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment and wrap pallets.
• Record production data accurately and comply with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Counterbalance FLT operation

Attention to detail

Reliability and strong work ethic

Team collaboration

Job description

FLT Counterbalance Operative (Packing Department)

£14.05 per hour

Monday to Friday | 8-hour shifts

HU12, Hull

Temporary to Permanent Opportunity

Prestige Recruitment Specialists are currently recruiting for an FLT Counterbalance Operative to join a busy manufacturing and production environment based in the HU12 area of Hull.

This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and hardworking individual with a valid, in-date Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence looking for ongoing work, with the potential for permanent employment based on performance, work ethic and attitude.

Working within the Packing Department, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient packing, handling and movement of finished products while operating a Counterbalance FLT to support production and warehouse activities. You will also help maintain high standards of quality, cleanliness and health and safety.

The Role:

• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently
• Loading batches into kegging stations
• Moving finished products and pallets to the goods store
• Loading, unloading and transporting materials around site
• Following batch card instructions and customer specifications
• Carrying out checks on equipment and workstations
• Packing, banding and wrapping pallets
• Completing production records and batch information accurately
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
• Checking and cleaning equipment as required
• Reporting any issues, faults or unusual findings to the relevant supervisorFollowing all health and safety procedures
• Carrying out any other reasonable duties as required

About You:

• A valid, in-date Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence is essential
• Previous experience operating a Counterbalance FLT within a manufacturing, production or warehouse environment
• Experience within packing or production is advantageous
• A strong work ethic and reliable attitude
• Good attention to detail
• The ability to follow instructions and work to established procedures
• Comfortable working in a hands-on, physically active role
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• The ability to work safely as part of a team
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts (exact shift times to be confirmed)

Pay Rate: £14.05 per hour

Start Date: 1st September 2026

There are currently two opportunities available, with the potential for one or both positions to become permanent depending on individual performance and the future needs of the business.