Forklift operator

Randstad Business Support - London; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a FLT Operator for a production environment in Smethwick. The role requires prior production experience and an FLT Licence is preferred. Responsibilities include operating machinery, adhering to safety guidelines, and maintaining quality standards. The role offers competitive pay and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Paid holiday

Restaurant and retail discounts

Opportunity for progression into permanent roles

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a production environment.
• FLT Licence preferred.
• Comfortable being on foot for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Health and Safety guidance at all times.
• Manage machinery settings and operations.
• Achieve quality standards on all work produced.

Skills

FLT experience

Strong communication skills

Manual handling

Job description

Do you have experience in a Production environment and hold an FLT Licence? Are you based in or around Birmingham?

Role: FLT Operator

Location: DS Smith Packaging, Langley House, 5 Summit Cres, Smethwick B66 1BT, United Kingdom

Rate: £16.27 Per hour basic

Type: Contract

Shift Patterns: Double days (6 AM- 2 PM & 2 PM - 10 PM) Monday to Thursday (6 AM- 1 PM & 2 PM- 8 PM)

Start: ASAP

Responsibilities

• Working in line with Health and Safety guidance and processes at all times
• Managing the setting and running of machinery
• Achieving high quality standards on all work produced
• Adhering to customer demands in a timely manner
• Driving the FLT as and when required
• Completing any other duties relevant to the department as requested by the shift manager

Essential requirements

• Previous experience in a production environment (2+ years)
• FLT experience and Licence (preferred)
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Comfortable being on foot for long periods of time
• Able to conduct manual handling
• Driving licence and use of a car

Benefits

• Advice and editing on your current CV
• Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
• Paid holiday
• Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
• Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
• Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
• Competitive rates of pay
• All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, medical check and reference check.

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