FLT Driver And Machine Operator

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions; Middleton on the Wolds; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site training

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions is seeking a reliable FLT Counterbalance & Machine Operator to join a meat processing team in the East Yorkshire/Driffield area. A fixed Mon-Thu shift delivers a 3-day weekend, with training provided to operate primary processing machinery and forklift tasks.

Applicants should hold a valid FLT Counterbalance licence and have experience in food manufacturing or related environments.

Qualifications

• Valid FLT Counterbalance Licence (RTITB, ITSSAR, or equivalent).
• Experience operating machinery in food manufacturing or related environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate primary processing machinery; training provided.
• Perform basic machine setups, adjustments & routine checks.
• Report faults to engineering team to minimise downtime.
• Ensure throughput targets while maintaining quality control.
• Operate Counterbalance Forklift safely in a fast-paced environment.
• Supply production lines with materials to maintain workflows.
• Stack and organise pallets per H&S guidelines.
• Adhere to biosecurity, hygiene and PPE protocols.

Skills

FLT Licence

Machine operation

Job description

Position: FLT Counterbalance & Machine Operator
Location: East Yorkshire / Driffield area
Pay Rate: £14.71 per hour
Shift Pattern: Monday to Thursday (Enjoy a 3-day weekend!)
Hours: 06:30 AM to 06:00 PM
Environment: Slaughter and primary poultry processing environment

Opportunity Overview

To join an award-winning, family-owned meat producer known for delivering high-quality products. Priding itself on maintaining a modern, efficient, and high-standard processing facility. Currently seeking a reliable and skilled FLT Counterbalance / Machine Operator to join our team in the processing and production department. Full training in the machine operating side of the role will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

Machine Operation

• Operate primary processing machinery within the slaughter department. Training provided.
• Perform basic machine setups , adjustments, and routine checks to maintain standards.
• Report any mechanical faults or processing issues immediately to the engineering team.
• Ensure throughput targets are met while maintaining high quality control.

Forklift Operation

• Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely within a fast-paced environment.
• Supply production lines with necessary materials to ensure uninterrupted workflows.
• Stack and organise pallets and containers in compliance with strict H & S guidelines.

Health, Safety & Hygiene

• Work strictly within a slaughter environment , adhering to humane handling, strict biosecurity, and hygiene regulations.
• Maintain a clean work area , participating in deep cleaning schedules of machines and workspace as required.
• Follow strict health and safety protocols , including the correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Candidate Requirements

• Valid FLT Counterbalance Licence (RTITB, ITSSAR, or equivalent accredited body).
• Previous machine operation experience , ideally within a food manufacturing, agricultural, or processing environment.
• Comfortable working in a slaughter/abattoir environment , handling live poultry crates and primary processing by-products.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £14.71 p/h, plus overtime
• Excellent work-life balance with a fixed Monday to Thursday shift pattern (no Friday or weekend shifts).
• On-site training and career progression opportunities.

Closing date: is 9th October 2026