Forklift Driver - Leading Hand

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Shift: Mon-Thu & Sun 07:00-15:30

Position: Forklift Driver Leading Hand

We are looking for a Forklift Driver Leading Hand to join our Abernethy Site. You will assist the Sizing & Intake Team Leader in day-to-day yard and intake operations at our fresh potato factory.

At Branston, we recognize that people are what make our operations possible and regularly review our benefits package. Currently, we offer:

• £50 additional shift bonus
• 2 weeks company sick pay
• Life assurance policy
• Critical illness cover
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Employee assistance platform providing free access to private health professionals for you and your family
• Employer pension contributions
• Discounts at popular retailers
• Work anniversaries and employee recognition schemes
• Seasonal benefits such as Christmas hampers and Easter eggs
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Free parking
• Free potatoes

Qualifications and Skills:

• Valid counterbalance forklift license
• Effective communication skills
• Previous experience in a similar role and understanding of intake operations are advantageous

Work Environment:

The environment within food manufacturing is fast-paced and subject to change, requiring adaptability and responsiveness to varied workloads.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operations: Support the intake team by loading and unloading lorries with potato boxes/raw materials and storing them in allocated bays. Support the Team Leader with yard spatial management, safe stacking, and storage.
• Raw Materials: Ensure accurate labeling and storage for traceability, updating data systems accordingly.
• Training: Mentor and train new starters, ensuring adherence to work instructions and procedures, and completing relevant paperwork.
• Compliance: Follow standard operating procedures across all shifts and ensure the work area meets audit standards.
• Health & Safety: Demonstrate safe behaviors and adhere to site procedures as a role model.