Forklift Operator | Training & Career Progression

Wilson's Country Limited; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime premium rates

Shift allowance (£10/shift)

33 days paid holiday per year

Full training and career progression

Life Assurance

Free on-site parking

Employee initiatives

Employee Assistance Programme

Long Service Recognition Scheme

Job summary

Wilson’s Country Ltd in Craigavon, Co. Armagh, is seeking a reliable forklift operator to support warehouse and production activities on a full-time, permanent basis. You will operate counterbalance forklifts to move boxes and pallets, perform safety checks, and maintain accurate stock records using a handheld scanner.

A valid forklift license and Right to Work in the UK are essential. Full training and opportunities for career progression are offered, along with overtime premium rates, shift

Qualifications

• Counterbalance forklift licence required (expired licence accepted, training provided).
• Experience loading/unloading vehicles and safe stacking of goods.
• Basic numeracy and accuracy for stock checks and documentation.
• Good awareness of health and safety practices in a warehouse setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate counterbalance forklift to move potato boxes and pallets safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload lorries with raw materials.
• Carry out routine safety checks and basic maintenance on equipment; report faults.
• Store and rotate stock; keep accurate stock records with handheld scanner.
• Complete paperwork and computerised checks of goods in and out.
• Follow site health and safety procedures and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Collaborate with production, quality and logistics teams to resolve issues and maintain flow.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift licence

Loading/unloading vehicles

Basic numeracy

Health and safety

Punctual and reliable

Right to Work in the UK

Job description

Wilson’s Country Ltd in Craigavon, Co. Armagh, is seeking a reliable forklift operator to support warehouse and production activities on a full-time, permanent basis. You will operate counterbalance forklifts to move boxes and pallets, perform safety checks, and maintain accurate stock records using a handheld scanner.

A valid forklift license and Right to Work in the UK are essential. Full training and opportunities for career progression are offered, along with overtime premium rates, shift