FLT Driver

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group; Charnwood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Group is seeking an FLT Operator for our client based in Rothley, near Leicester. This temporary-to-permanent role involves operating a forklift, loading/unloading, and maintaining a safe, tidy warehouse environment.

During training you’ll earn £13.00 per hour, rising to £16.25 once training is complete. Hours are 9am–5pm on training, then a 4 on 4 off pattern totaling about 42 hours weekly, with strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Valid in-date FLT license (Counterbalance / Reach / Clamp) as applicable.
• Proven experience operating FLT in a fast-paced warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Strong awareness of health & safety regulations and safe systems of work.
• Physically fit for manual handling and shift work.

Responsibilities

• Keep palletizers/out-feed conveyors clear of finished goods pallets to prevent stoppages.
• Move finished pallets to the designated warehouse area.
• Identify and report product damage or quality deficiencies.
• Operate FLT safely and efficiently while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
• Perform daily equipment checks and report faults.
• Maintain equipment in line with work instructions.
• Ensure all required documentation is completed accurately.
• Work with Day Services and Shift teams.
• Carry out reasonable requests and assist colleagues as needed.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards throughout the shift.
• Adhere to health and safety rules.

Skills

FLT license

Warehouse experience

Health & safety

Teamwork

Manual handling

IT literacy

Tools

WMS handheld

Job description

We are looking for an FLT Operator to work for our Client based in Rothley, Leicester. They are a multinational company with sites in Leicester and Rothley and are passionate about the future of our planet. The role of the FLT Operator is a temp to perm role. If you want more information on the FLT Operator role, please read below.

Pay for the FLT Operator - temp to perm

£13.00 while on training then it will increase to £16.25

Hours

9am to 5pm - Monday to Friday while on Training

4 on 4 off (2 days 6am to 6pm and 2 nights 6pm to 6am) - total of 42 hours per week (depending on where the 4 on 4 off falls)

About the role

The role of the FLT driver plays a crucial role in safely handling, moving, and loading products for dispatch, ensuring efficient stock management and timely delivery to customers - making them essential to maintaining the high standards of service and operational excellence.

We are looking for a skilled and reliable End of Line FLT Driver to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a forklift to move materials, load and unload trucks, and maintain a safe and organised work environment. This role is crucial for the efficient operation of the warehouse and requires a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Keep all palletizers/ out-feed conveyors clear of finished good pallets in a timely manner to prevent any stoppage in converting production
• Keep finished good pallets from the end of converting line or production area and move them to the designated warehouse
• Identify and report any product damage or quality deficiencies
• Operate FLT trucks safely and efficiently while meeting productivity and quality expectation
• Perform daily equipment checks and report any faults
• Maintain the equipment guaranteeing the daily functioning in line with the work instructions
• Ensure all required documentation is accurately completed
• Work closely and in cooperation with the rest of the Day Services and Shift teams
• Carry out any other reasonable request and support the colleagues in case of need
• To ensure a high level of housekeeping of the working area is maintained throughout the shift
• To ensure health & safety rules are adhered to

Skills and Expertise

• Valid and in-date FLT license (Counterbalance / Reach / Clamp - as applicable)
• Proven experience operating FLT in a fast-paced warehouse or manufacturing environment
• Strong awareness of health & safety regulations and safe systems of workAbility to follow SOPs, OPLs, and site-specific safety rules
• Physically fit and able to work in a manual-handling environment
• Basic IT skills (e.g. scanners, WMS, handheld devices)
• Ability to work under pressure and meet operational deadlines
• Flexible approach to shifts, overtime, and operational needs
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Good housekeeping standards (5S / lean principles desirable)

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