Forklift Driver

Escape; Gourock; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Gourock is seeking a Factory Support Operative to ensure smooth daily operations and support the production team. Candidates should possess strong verbal and written skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to follow instructions. This role offers a practical experience in a well-structured environment, aligning with health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Good verbal, written, and numeracy skills.
• Strong commitment to working safely.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Awareness of potential hazards on the shop floor.
• Accurate record-keeping for waste disposal.

Responsibilities

• Keep factory areas clean and free from waste materials.
• Safely dispose of waste in line with company HSE policies.
• Support production by safely lifting materials and components.
• Deliver and collect goods, and assist with Goods Inwards and Despatch.
• Report hazards to the Machine Shop Supervisor promptly.
• Assist with deburring, assembly, and other light production tasks.
• Carry out any other ad-hoc duties in support of the team.

Skills

Good verbal, written, and numeracy skills

Strong commitment to working safely

Ability to follow instructions accurately

Awareness of potential hazards on the shop floor

Accurate record-keeping for waste disposal

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

Pay rate: £26,420 p.a. (Pro Rata)
Hours: 8am to 5pm Mon - Thursday 8am-1pm Friday

We are currently recruiting for a Factory Support Operative to join a busy manufacturing environment. This role is vital in ensuring the smooth running of daily operations, supporting the production team, and maintaining a safe, clean workspace in line with company Health and Safety standards.

Role Purpose

To assist production and other staff in their daily tasks while adhering to all Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Keep factory areas clean and free from waste materials at all times.
• Safely dispose of waste in line with company HSE policies, maintaining accurate logs and records of collections.
• Support production by safely lifting jigs, materials, and components using appropriate lifting equipment.
• Deliver and collect goods, and assist with Goods Inwards and Despatch as required.
• Report any hazards to the Machine Shop Supervisor or SHE Advisor promptly.
• Assist with deburring, assembly, and other light production tasks as needed.
• Carry out any other ad-hoc duties in support of the team.

Skills and Attributes

Essential:

• Good verbal, written, and numeracy skills.
• A strong commitment to working safely.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Awareness of potential hazards on the shop floor.
• Accurate record‑keeping for waste disposal.

Preferred:

• Forklift licence.

Experience and Background

Preferred:

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.

Why Join our client?

You’ll be part of a hardworking and supportive team that takes pride in maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build experience in a hands‑on, practical role within a well‑structured manufacturing setting.