Forklift Driver

Pertemps Dudley Industrial; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Dudley Industrial is recruiting experienced FLT Counterbalance Drivers to join a busy manufacturing site. This is an excellent long-term, ongoing role on a rotating double-day shift with weekly pay in a friendly environment.

Key requirements include a valid, in-date FLT Counterbalance licence and previous warehouse or manufacturing experience. Duties include operating FLT trucks, loading/unloading, stock movements, pallet handling, daily checks, goods-in/out, and maintaining a clean,

Qualifications

• Valid, in-date FLT Counterbalance licence (essential).
• Previous warehouse or manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operating FLT Counterbalance trucks safely.
• Loading and unloading deliveries, including raw materials and finished goods.
• Transporting materials between warehouse, storage areas, and production lines.
• Ensuring production lines are consistently stocked to avoid downtime.
• Stacking and storing pallets in designated locations, including racking systems.
• Carrying out daily FLT checks and reporting any defects.
• Assisting with goods-in and goods-out processes, including checking deliveries against paperwork.

Skills

FLT Counterbalance licence

Warehouse experience

Job description

We are currently recruiting for experienced FLT Counterbalance Drivers to join a busy manufacturing site. This is an excellent opportunity for long-term, ongoing work in a supportive and friendly environment.

Key Requirements

• Valid, in-date FLT Counterbalance licence (essential)
• Previous warehouse or manufacturing experience preferred
• Reliable, hardworking, and safety-conscious

Duties May Include

• Operating FLT Counterbalance trucks safely in line with site procedures.
• Loading and unloading deliveries, including raw materials and finished goods.
• Transporting materials between warehouse, storage areas, and production lines.
• Ensuring production lines are consistently stocked to avoid downtime.
• Stacking and storing pallets in designated locations, including racking systems.
• Carrying out daily FLT checks and reporting any defects.
• Assisting with goods-in and goods-out processes, including checking deliveries against paperwork.
• Using scanners or basic systems to track stock movements (where applicable).
• Supporting stock control, including pallet counts and location checks.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
• Working to targets and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

Hours of Work (Rotating Double Days)

• Earlies: Monday to Thursday: 5:40am to 1:50pm and Friday: 5:40am to 11:30am
• Lates: Monday to Thursday: 1:40pm to 9:50pm and Friday: 11:20am to 5:10pm

Pay Rates

• £12.71 per hour (first 12 weeks)
• Increasing to £14.73 per hour after 12 weeks

What's on Offer

• Ongoing, long-term opportunity
• Weekly pay
• Friendly and supportive working environment