Forklift Driver

Tulip Recruitment; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Counterbalance Forklift Driver for a busy production team in Mansfield. This role requires a valid Counterbalance Forklift licence and safety shoes. Key responsibilities include managing stock deliveries, maintaining inventory, and supporting production operations. This is a temporary position until April 2026, with potential for permanent employment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Counterbalance Forklift licence.
• Safety shoes required.
• Good communication skills and teamwork essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive and book in daily stock deliveries.
• Complete daily stock counts.
• Liaise with production and client services.

Skills

Good communication skills

Team-focused attitude

PC literacy

Education

Valid Counterbalance Forklift licence

Job description

We're looking for a Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join our clients busy production team based in Mansfield. You will be supporting the operation of finishing equipment including Neopost mailing machines, Paragon pressure sealers, Duplo booklet makers, and more.

It is essential that you hold a valid Counterbalance Forklift licence and have your own safety boots.

This is temporary opportunity until April 2026, with the possibility of permanent employment.

What You’ll Do:

• Receive and book in daily stock deliveries
• Complete daily stock counts and update provided systems accordingly
• Liaise with production and client services regarding stock counts and stock movement requirements
• Help to keep the production area and warehouse clean and tidy
• Maintain stock levels of consumables daily for certain machines or factory holding areas
• Daily checks of Forklift and Pallet truck machines safety points
• To assist where needed in production

What You’ll Need:

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift licence
• Good communication skills and team-focused attitude
• PC literacy (preferred)
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and work overtime if required
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Safety shoes required