Forklift operator

Randstad Delivery; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Production/Forklift Operative in Chesterfield. The role involves safely operating machinery, achieving productivity targets, and adhering to health and safety standards. Candidates should have production experience, strong communication skills, and knowledge of UK health regulations. The position offers a contract for 3 months at £17.05 per hour with a rotating shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate machinery for packaging products.
• Maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Achieve productivity targets set by management.

Skills

Production experience

Communication skills

Team player

Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation

Tools

FLT License

Job description

Overview

Role: Production/Forklift Operative

Location: DS Smith Packaging, Pilsley Rd, Danesmoor, Clay Cross, Chesterfield S45 9BY

Rate: 17.05 per hour

Contract length: 3 months

Shift patterns: Monday to Friday on a 3-shift rotation (days, nights, afters) – 37.5 hours per week

Start: ASAP (within 1-2 weeks)

Responsibilities

• Safely operating machinery to create packaging product for DS Smith's clientele
• Ensuring efficiency is maximised and downtime is minimised
• Working to and achieving productivity and performance targets as set by management
• Ensuring consistent and quality standards are met at all times
• Maintaining and cleaning in line with the planned maintenance schedule
• Working in line with a safe systems of work (SSOW)
• Adhering to UK Health and Safety legislation at all times

Essential requirements

• Previous experience within a production or manufacturing environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation
• Consider themselves to be a good team player, motivated and quality conscious
• FLT License (desirable)

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.