Forklift Operator

Workforce Staffing Ltd; Redditch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable staffing agency in Redditch is hiring for a warehouse role requiring logistics experience and valid Counterbalance/Reach licence. Candidates should have good accuracy, teamwork, and basic computer skills. Responsibilities include receiving, storing, and dispatching materials while maintaining stock accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance/Reach licence; Bendi/Flexi preferred.
• Experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, record, store, and dispatch materials.
• Load/unload vehicles using forklifts or pallet trucks.
• Maintain stock accuracy and conduct regular checks.
• Support recycling, yard upkeep, and spill response.

Skills

Warehouse/logistics experience

Good accuracy

Communication

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Tools

Counterbalance licence

Reach licence

Excel

Job description

Location

Redditch

Pay

£12.41, potentially increasing to £12.88 after probation period

Hours

07:15-16:15 Mon‑Thu, 07:15-12:15 Fri – 39 hrs/week

Duties

• Receive, inspect, record, store, and dispatch materials.
• Load/unload vehicles using forklifts or pallet trucks.
• Maintain stock accuracy and conduct regular stock checks.
• Supply materials to production and move large/heavy items with lifting equipment.
• Complete delivery notes and digital records.
• Work with Production, Quality, and Purchasing to maintain material flow.
• Maintain a clean, safe warehouse; follow all H&S and PPE rules.
• Support recycling, yard upkeep (incl. snow/ice), and spill response.

Requirements

• Warehouse/manufacturing/logistics experience.
• Good accuracy, communication, and teamwork.
• Able to work to deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Valid Counterbalance/Reach licence (Bendi/Flexi preferred).
• Basic computer skills (Excel, email, stock systems).

Please apply with your CV or email (url removed) with your CV

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