FLT Operator

Randstad Employment Bureau; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CV editing and advice

Paid holiday

Discounts (restaurant & retail)

Referral bonus £300

Possibility of permanent role

Competitive pay

Job summary

Randstad Business Support is recruiting for a FLT Operator at the DS Smith site in Smethwick. The role is a temporary assignment with specific shift patterns and a pay rate of £16.25 per hour.

The position requires warehouse/production experience and forklift operation, with a focus on safe, efficient goods flow from receipt to dispatch. 3 months initially, with potential progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a warehouse operative.
• Experience operating a forklift.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth flow of goods from receiving to dispatch.
• Carry out picking and packing tasks.
• Load and unload goods from vehicles.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow health and safety rules.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse operative

Teamwork

Communication

Health & safety

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Do you have a manufacturing or production background?

We currently have a temporary role available within the DS Smith site at Smethwick. This role is ideal for someone with previous Warehouse, production or manufacturing experience

Role: FLT Operator

Shifts: Monday - Thursday 6am -2pm and Friday 6am -1pm and the following week Monday-Thursday 2pm-10pm and Friday 1pm-8pm

Pay: £16.25 per hour

Duration: 3 months initially

Location: DS Smith, Summit Crescent,Smethwick,West Midlands. B66 1BT

Role & Responsibilities

As a Production/ Warehouse operative, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth flow of goods, from receiving to dispatch. You'll be part of a friendly, collaborative team committed to providing excellent service.

Main tasks include

• Picking and packing
• Loading and unloading goods from vehicles.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Adhering to all health and safety regulations at all times.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a warehouse operative
• Previous experience operating a forklift
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety.
• Physical stamina for warehouse work.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Benefits:

1. Advice and editing on your current CV
2. Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
3. Paid holiday
4. Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
5. Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
6. Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
7. Competitive rates of pay

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, medical check and reference check.

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