FLT Production Operative

Smurfit Westrock; Northampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Northampton is seeking a Fork Lift Truck Production Operator to join our site. This role supports safe and efficient warehouse operations, ensuring smooth flow of materials and stock accuracy.

You will operate FLTs safely, load and unload vehicles, maintain housekeeping and safety standards, and collaborate with Warehouse, Production and Despatch teams. We value a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Experience operating FLTs is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• Commitment to safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate FLTs safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload vehicles.
• Support stock accuracy and inventory control.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety standards.
• Collaborate with Warehouse, Production and Despatch teams.

Skills

FLT operation

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Stock management

Job description

Monday to Friday | 3-Week Rotating Shift Pattern

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Fork Lift Truck Production Operator to join our Northampton team.

We’re looking for a safety-focused and motivated individual who enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in delivering high standards. This role plays a key part in ensuring the smooth flow of materials, stock accuracy and efficient warehouse operations across the site.

What you’ll be doing

• Operating FLTs safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading vehicles.
• Supporting stock accuracy and inventory control.
• Maintaining excellent housekeeping and safety standards.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across Warehouse, Production and Despatch.
• Identifying opportunities for improvement and supporting site performance.

What we’re looking for

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Commitment to safe working practices.
• Good attention to detail and quality standards.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• FLT and warehouse experience is desirable, but a willingness to learn and develop is equally important.

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their ***; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.