Forklift Driver

Pertemps; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics and distribution company in Tamworth is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver. This role involves operating a counterbalance forklift, assisting with order fulfillment, and participating in general warehouse duties. Candidates should have a valid MHE certificate and a strong work ethic. Competitive pay of approximately £12.64 per hour and opportunities for internal training and overtime are offered.

Benefits

Internal training

Staff welfare initiatives

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience as an FLT Driver.
• In-date MHE certificate required.
• Willingness to participate in general production duties.

Responsibilities

• Operate the counterbalance forklift to load lorry trailers.
• Pick and pack orders using a PDT.
• Maintain cleanliness at the work station.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift operation

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Tools

PDT system

Job description

Favourable day shifts (0700-1600)
Dynamic manufacturing environment with training potential
IMMEDIATE start, 42 hour weeks

We are currently recruiting for a time-served Forklift (FLT) Driver with an in-date Counterbalance certificate from an external, accreditating body.

This is an exciting role for a leading logistics and distribution business, that is enjoying year-on-year growth. As part of their fulfilment team, you would be utilised both on & off the MHE. As such, we require candidates who are comfortable with more physical warehouse duties; this is not a 100% forklift driving role, so please do not apply if this is your priority.

As part of our FLT Driver position, your daily duties will include:

- Daily operation of a Counterbalance fork lift, helping to sequence pallets and load lorry trailers
- Pick & pack orders using a PDT
- Stacking and wrapping pallets
- General housekeeping of your work station
- Operating of machines
- Quality assurance
- Maintaining a fast pace of order fulfilment with your colleagues

Rate of pay for this role will be circa £12.64 per hour.

Days of work: Monday to Friday

Working shift:7am-4pm

Qualities desired:

- Minimum 12 months experience working as an FLT Driver
- In-date MHE certificate
- Willingness to get involved in general production / factory duties
- Strong work ethic with a good attention to detail
- Good sense of humour

Benefits include internal training, staff welfare initiatives and some overtime opportunities.

If you are interested, please click to apply today!