Forge Crane Driver And Despatcher

Adept Resourcing; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Forge Crane and Despatch Operator in Sheffield. The ideal candidate has experience in crane operation or heavy manufacturing. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of up to £31,767 with a shift allowance, stable working hours, and opportunities for training and development. Responsibilities include operating cranes, handling material despatch, and conducting safety checks. Join a respected manufacturing environment with a focus on quality and safety.

Benefits

Opportunities for training and development

Stable Monday-Friday shifts

Key operational role in manufacturing

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs A-C or equivalent relevant industrial experience.
• Experience in crane operation, slinging or heavy manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of safety processes and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operating overhead cab cranes and remote cranes in forge areas.
• Performing slinging duties to move materials safely.
• Loading and unloading materials using cranes.
• Conducting receipt inspection of incoming goods.
• Entering data into the SFDC system.

Skills

Crane operation

Slinging

Material handling

Understanding of safety processes

Quality standards

Education

5 GCSEs A-C or equivalent

Job description

Adept Resourcing are recruiting on behalf of our client for a reliable and safety-focused Forge Crane and Despatch Operator to join their GFM department.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in crane operation, slinging, material handling or despatch within a heavy industrial or forge environment.

• Basic Salary: £28,879

• Shift Allowance: +10%

• Total Annual Earnings: £31,767

• Shift Pattern: Alternating weekly shifts (Monday-Friday)

  • 6am-2pm (Mornings)

  • 2pm-10pm (Afternoon)

Key Responsibilities

• Operating overhead cab cranes and pendant/remote cranes in the forge and heat treatment areas.
• Performing slinging duties to move materials safely.
• Loading and unloading materials using cranes and FLT.
• Handling despatch of materials with correct documentation.
• Conducting receipt inspection of incoming goods and completing inspection paperwork for subcontract items.
• Entering data into the SFDC system.
• Supporting heat treatment operations within the GFM.
• Performing pre-shift crane checks and generating STOP cards.
• General housekeeping and contributing to 5S improvement activities.

Skills & Experience

• 5 GCSEs A-C or equivalent relevant industrial experience.
• Experience in crane operation, slinging or heavy manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of safety processes and quality standards.
• Experience with improvement activities or process management.

Personal Qualities

• A team player who willingly shares knowledge.
• Takes ownership, responsibility and pride in their work.
• Maintains excellent discipline, timekeeping and attendance.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude to safety and quality at all times.

Why Apply?

• Stable Monday-Friday shifts with rotating early/late pattern.
• Salary up to £31,700 with shift allowance
• A key operational role in a respected manufacturing environment.
• Opportunities for training and development in crane and forge operations.

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