FLT Operator

Randstad Employment Bureau; Launceston; On-site; GBP 35,817,600 - 39,950,400; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Business Support is partnering with DS Smith to recruit FLT Counterbalance Operatives for the Launceston site. You will operate forklifts, manage loading/unloading, and assist with stock checks in a safety-focused warehouse environment.

Candidates must hold a valid Forklift Counterbalance licence and have experience in manufacturing or warehouse settings. A reliable, punctual worker is essential for the double days shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Licence required: Forklift Counterbalance.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Ability to work double days shift and be punctual.
• Strong communication and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance forklift safely to move, stack, and load goods within warehouse and production areas.
• Load and unload goods to meet distribution schedules.
• Assist with inventory checks and ensure safe storage of materials.
• Adhere to site health and safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Job description

Are you a skilled Forklift Driver looking for a new challenge? We are partnering with DS Smith, a leading global provider of sustainable packaging, to find reliable FLT Counterbalance Operatives to join their team in Launceston. If you are a safety-conscious professional ready to contribute to a world-class manufacturing operation, we want to hear from you!

Role

FLT Operator

Location

DS Smith Packaging, Hurdon Road, Launceston, PL15 9HN

Salary

£13.98 per hour

Contract

Temporary

Hours

37 hours per week | Double Days Shift
Shift Details: Week 1 (Mon-Thurs 06:00-14:00, Fri 06:00-11:00) and Week 2 (Mon-Thurs 14:00-22:00, Fri 11:00-16:00)

What you’ll be doing

As a key member of the logistics team, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth movement of materials throughout the facility. Your daily responsibilities will include:

• FLT Operation: Safely operating Counterbalance forklift trucks to move, stack, and load products within the warehouse and production areas.
• Loading/Unloading: Efficiently managing the arrival and dispatch of goods to meet demanding distribution schedules.
• Stock Management: Assisting with inventory checks and ensuring all materials are stored safely and correctly.
• Safety Compliance: Adhering to strict site health and safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment for the whole team.

What we are looking for

• A valid Forklift Counterbalance licence is essential for this role.
• Proven experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Ability to work effectively on a double days shift pattern with a focus on punctuality and reliability.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to maintaining high safety standards.

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Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.