FLT Operator

Randstad Delivery; Launceston; On-site; GBP 15,888 - 22,629; Full time

Job summary

DS Smith Packaging is seeking a skilled FLT Operator to join their Launceston site on a temporary basis. The role involves safely operating counterbalance forklift trucks, moving and loading goods, and supporting production and warehouse tasks.

Randstad Business Support is assisting with the recruitment. The position offers 37 hours per week, double days shifts, and a pay rate of £13.98 per hour with a safety‑conscious team environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Forklift Counterbalance licence is essential.
• Experience in fast‑paced manufacturing or warehouse environments.
• Ability to work a double days shift pattern with punctuality and reliability.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating Counterbalance forklift trucks to move, stack, and load products within the warehouse and production areas.
• Efficiently managing the arrival and dispatch of goods to meet distribution schedules.
• Assisting with inventory checks and ensuring materials are stored safely and correctly.
• Adhering to site health and safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment.

Skills

Forklift Counterbalance licence

Warehouse experience

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

• Safely operating Counterbalance forklift trucks to move, stack, and load products within the warehouse and production areas.
• Efficiently managing the arrival and dispatch of goods to meet demanding distribution schedules.
• Assisting with inventory checks and ensuring all materials are stored safely and correctly.
• 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.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity. Submit your CV directly to us today!

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