Forklift driver

Randstad Inhouse Services; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking experienced drivers for various MHE operating roles in Peterborough. This role involves operating equipment, managing inventory, and supporting packing operations with a focus on health and safety. Successful candidates will benefit from competitive pay, skills development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package, including potential permanent positions.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

On-site canteen

Free on-site car parks

25 days holiday plus public bank holidays

Excellent Health and Safety training

Qualifications

• Hold relevant driving licenses for specific MHE.
• Willingness to learn and follow health & safety protocols.
• Basic PC skills to perform scanning and PC-based tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual handling equipment to transport parts.
• Ensure accurate inventory levels using scanning systems.
• Participate in packing of engine parts for distribution.

Skills

Manual handling equipment operation

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Tools

Handheld scanner

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Randstad are now recruiting!

Our client,Perkins Engines are experiencing growth and you can join their professional, expanding team at its manufacturing campus in Peterborough, with sector leading health and safety, dedicated training and fantastic career opportunities.

Pay Rate: 12.36 per hour, with the potential to earn more through our in-house skills development programme

Overtime available: In week x 1.3, Saturday x 1.5 & Sunday x2

We have several different driver requirements, and are looking for dedicated and experienced individuals who have any of the following licences;

A1 / A4 Pedestrian and Rider Pallet Stacking Trucks

B1 Counterbalance Forklift Truck

E1 MLOP (Medium Lift Order Picker)

F1 VNA Operator Up (Very Narrow Aisle Truck)

P Pivot Steer (Flexi) Truck

A2 LLOP (Low Lift Order Picker)

D1 Reach Truck

E2 HLOP (High Lift Order Picker)

H1 Tow Tractors & Trailers

Shifts patterns examples:

• Days & Afternoons (Fortnight rotation)

Day Shift: Monday - Thursday 6am - 2.45pm, Friday 6am - 12am

Afternoon shift: Monday to Wednesday 2.45pm - 1.30am, Thursday 2.45pm - 11.30pm (plus premium)

• Three Shifts (Weekly rotation)

Mornings - Monday - Friday 6am - 2pm (plus shift premium

Afternoons - Monday - Friday 2pm - 10pm (plus shift premium)

Nights - Monday - Friday 10pm - 6am (plus shift premium)

The primary activities for this role are:

• You will be responsible for operating manual handling equipment (MHE), transporting parts from Goods Inwards to our Packing Area
• Ensuring accurate inventory levels through interfacing with our warehouse management systems, via scanning or PC based transactions
• The role will also include some light manual handling and the need to get on and off the FLT to conduct these activities

The secondary activities for this role when all driving tasks are completed are:

• Packing of engine parts into suitable packaging that will be shipped to our global facilities
• Ability to read and follow standard operations and visual aids
• Keen eye for detail to ensure parts are always picked and packed correctly
• Manual lifting may be required, all handling equipment will be provided if needed
• Continual adherence to PPE and H&S requirements
• Ability to work in a team or individually at times
• General warehouse duties
• Full training will be provided
• Basic PC skills & ability to use handheld scanner as trained

Additional benefits include, annual performance bonus for above expected performance, on-site canteen and caf , on site vending machines, rest areas, excellent Health and Safety training, free onsite car parks, all PPE provided, 25 days holiday + Public Bank holidays, access to internal vacancies. Secure Ongoing Assignments, Possible future permanent opportunities reviewed each quarter.

If this looks like the role for you, why not apply today for a role with Randstad