Forklift Driver

JDR Recruitment; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary to Permanent

Job summary

JDR Recruitment is seeking a Forklift Driver/Material Handler for a large manufacturing site in Bridgwater. The role involves operating a counterbalance forklift in a busy environment, moving pallets, and supporting production planning on site.

We offer immediate start, temporary to permanent contract potential, and excellent hourly rates. A strong work ethic, detail focus, and ability to work in confined spaces are essential.

Qualifications

• Available to start soon and are looking for long term work.
• Good level of organisation.
• A counterbalance licence is a must and happy with in house certificate.
• Able to drive a forklift in small areas.
• Quick learner.
• Strong work ethic and professional approach.
• High level of attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Using a forklift 75% of the time to move pallets and products within the building.
• Fetch products and pallets and transport to various locations inside the site.
• Drive in tight spaces with care to avoid collisions.
• Monitor the production plan to know where items are needed.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Counterbalance licence

Attention to detail

Good level of organisation

Quick learner

Tools

In-house certificate

Job description

We are looking for a Forklift Driver
Shift pattern: 3 week rotating shift, week 1 6am-2pm, week 2 2pm-10pm week 3 - nights 10pm-6am

Pay: £14.02 an hour

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset

Immediate start

Temporary to Permanent contract
JDR is recruiting for a Forklift Driver/ Material Handler to work in a large manufacturing site in Bridgwater.

The role: As a Forklift Driver/ Material Handler you will be working within a manufacturing environment and your duties will be as follows:

• Will be using the forklift 75% of the time
• You will be fetching products and pallets to take within different locations in the building
• Will be working within a tight space area so must be careful when driving around the site due to having to drive in tight spaces
• Will be keeping an eye on the production plan so aware what is needed in what locations

As a Forklift Driver/ Material Handler you will have the following skills and experience:

• Available to start soon and are looking for long term work
• Good level of organisation
• A counterbalance licence is a must and happy with in house certificate
• Able to drive a forklift in small areas
• Quick learner
• Strong work ethic and professional approach
• High level of attention to detail

The Benefits:

• Excellent Hourly Rates
• Weekly pay
• Training given
• Guaranteed hours
• Temp to perm opportunity
• Friendly environment
• Free Parking
• Progression available

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

JDR Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.