Forklift driver

Gi Group; Immingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Gi Group is seeking a Production Forklift Operator for a rural site. You will be trained to support the Team Captain, handling forklift movements, palletising, packaging support and stock control across the production area.

The role involves repetitive manual tasks, changeovers, and line downtime activities, with emphasis on safety, accuracy and housekeeping. Training provided for safe operation and site procedures.

Qualifications

• Forklift licence required and must be in date.
• Experience operating a forklift in warehouse/production is preferred.
• Good understanding of safety rules and production procedures.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Take accountability for quality, output and housekeeping during shift.
• Operate forklift to move raw materials, packaging and finished goods.
• Pack, wrap pallets and prepare materials for production runs.
• Maintain clean, safe working environment during changeovers and downtime.
• Use stock control system to track movement of goods and materials.
• Report equipment issues or faults immediately to Team Captain.
• Ensure correct PPE is worn at all times.
• Assist with packing and line-side deliveries as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Forklift Licence (Counterbalance)

Tools

Stock control system

Pallet wrapping equipment

Job description

OWN TRANSPORT IS REQUIRE (this is due to rural location and no public transport)

DN41 8NB - KEELBY

As a Production Forklift Operator, you will be trained to support the Team Captain while the production line is running. The role can be repetitive and includes stacking boxes onto pallets, supporting packing activities on the line, and operating a forklift to transport raw materials, packaging, and finished goods across site. You will also wrap pallets, use the stock control system, and maintain a clean and safe working environment—particularly during product changeovers and line downtime.

Working Pattern

Monday to Thursday – 2:30pm – 1:30am

Pay

Key Responsibilities

• Take full accountability for quality, output, and housekeeping within your working area during your shift.
• Work safely and effectively at all times to help minimise incidents and near misses.
• Record and correctly cover any unused product to reduce risk of contamination.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and follow a “clean as you go” approach.
• Report equipment issues, damage, or faults immediately to the Team Captain.
• Ensure correct PPE is worn at all times.
• Use safe manual handling techniques when working on and around production lines.
• Collect required packaging materials (e.g., boxes, film, labels) and deliver them to the relevant production line.
• Supply production lines with raw materials as required.
• Plan ahead by preparing materials/products close to the line for upcoming production runs.
• Wrap finished goods on the production lines in line with site standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (essential)
• Proven experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or production environment
• FMCG/manufacturing experience preferred, but not essential
• Strong understanding of forklift and production safety procedures
• Ability to read and follow safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals
• High attention to detail and accuracy when handling materials
• Physical stamina for repetitive tasks and manual work
• Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to high quality standards

Additional Duties

You may be asked to complete other reasonable tasks as required by your manager/supervisor to meet business needs.