Forklift Operator

Randstad Inhouse Services; Brandy Carr; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is looking for a Forklift driver in Wakefield. The role requires recent experience operating double handlers and a minimum of 6 months experience as a FLT counterbalance driver. Responsibilities include loading/unloading materials and maintaining safety standards. Benefits include flexible shifts, paid breaks, access to discounts, and internal training. This is a temporary position with the opportunity for pay increases and permanent vacancies.

Benefits

Access to Randstad Happi benefits scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid breaks

Free soft drinks and hot drinks

Free parking

Weekly pay

Pay increase after 3 months

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience as a FLT counterbalance driver.
• In-date FLT license required.
• Recent experience using double handler is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards.
• Manage inventory control and security.

Skills

FLT counterbalance driving

Operating double handlers

Team player

Time management

Tools

SAP

Job description

Are you an experienced FLT driver? (Recent experience of using double handler is mandatory)

Our client manufactures, distributes, sells and markets some of the world's strongest brands in non-alcoholic beverages. It is a leading Western European marketer, distributor, and producer of bottles and cans of non-alcoholic refreshment.

Job Details

• Job title: Forklift driver
• Job type: Temporary - Ongoing
• Location: Wakefield, WF2 0XR
• Pay rate: £14.55/ hour, going up to £16.17/ hour after 12 weeks
• Shift pattern: 3 on 3 off
• Shift timings: 07:00 - 19:00 or 19:00 - 07:00 (Must be flexible adhering to business requirements)
• Start date: Immediate
• Training: Full training will be provided.
• Eligibility: Must have minimum 6 months experience as a FLT counterbalance driver and an in-date license.

Key Responsibilities

• To operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries, and move them to and from storage areas.
• Previous experience using double pallet/load handlers.
• Locating and moving pallets of stock and loading trucks ready for client delivery.
• Maintaining safety and housekeeping standards at all times.
• Reporting on any damages to stock or the vehicle.
• Keep appropriate records and reports to maintain tight inventory control and security.
• Working safely and on time to achieve productivity targets.
• Moving finished goods around the warehouse using SAP.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse. Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.
• Store the pallets in the ASRS Warehouse.
• Unload vehicles delivering full goods into the ASRS warehouse.
• Some manual handling may be required to rebuild damaged pallets.

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 6 months experience as a FLT counterbalance driver and an in-date license.
• Recent experience of driving using double handler is mandatory (Preferably loading/unloading experience).
• Adhering to a Site SOP.
• Physically demanding role - being on feet for longer time.
• Health & safety is really important to our business so we are looking for someone who values and can demonstrate responsible attitude to Health & Safety standards.
• Able to manage their own time to achieve daily targets.
• Must be a team player who is capable of working on their own initiative.
• Must be flexible in approach to work and shift patterns.

Benefits

• Access to Randstad Happi benefits scheme which includes 100's of high street discounts, gym membership and much more!
• Employee Assistance Programme / Wellbeing Support.
• Flexible shift patterns.
• Paid breaks.
• Free soft drinks and hot drinks on site.
• Free parking.
• Internal training and development.
• Weekly pay.
• Pay increase after 3 months.
• Access to permanent vacancies.

We are an equal opportunites company that embraces and encourages people of all genders/faith/ethnicity etc. So apply now and our dedicated team will contact you to discuss further.