Forklift Operative (Counterbalance) | Warehouse & Dispatch

Thorn Baker Recruitment

England

On-site

GBP 17,000 - 24,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment are recruiting an experienced Warehouse Operative/Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a leading food manufacturing company based in Leicestershire. You will be part of the warehouse team, ensuring raw materials are supplied to production on time and finished goods are loaded for dispatch.

You will help maintain accurate stock records and support daily operations with a reliable, flexible approach.

Qualifications

Previous warehouse experience.
Counterbalance forklift experience is essential.
Full UK Driving Licence is required.
Experience with stock counting and stock control.
Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

Loading and unloading deliveries from lorries and wagons.
Loading finished goods for dispatch, ensuring transport deadlines are met.
Moving stock from bulk storage to production areas to prevent delays.
Checking incoming deliveries, including temperatures, dates and quantities, before storing goods correctly.
Maintaining accurate stock records and carrying out stock counts.
Following stock rotation procedures.
Completing daily forklift check sheets and checking warehouse cleaning records.
Checking and signing delivery and dispatch paperwork.
Keeping warehouse and production areas clean, tidy and organised, including clearing empty pallets and waste.
Communicating with production team leaders to coordinate stock replenishment and daily dispatch requirements.