Forklift/Production Operative

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Forklift Operator / Production Operative to join a manufacturing team on the outskirts of Maidstone. The ideal candidate will have a valid counterbalance forklift license, be physically fit, and enjoy working in an industrial environment. Key duties include operating machinery, maintaining product quality, and collaborating with the team to meet production targets. The company offers a friendly work environment with opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Opportunities to progress

Friendly team atmosphere

Pet-friendly workplace

Qualifications

• Valid counterbalance forklift license is essential.
• Good level of physical fitness with ability to lift heavy items.
• Willingness to work at height and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts along with other machinery efficiently.
• Carry materials and products up to 20kg independently.
• Monitor and maintain product quality standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Physical fitness

Reliability

Job description

Forklift Operator / Production Operative

outskirts of Maidstone ( will ideally need to drive due to location and start time)

c.GBP26k- GBP28k DOE

Monday to Friday 7.30am to 4pm

My client is looking for a Production Operative with Forklift experience to join their team on the manufacturing & production side. If you have a valid counterbalance licence and enjoy physical work, then please APPLY NOW!

Duties include:

• Operating forklifts along with other machinery and equipment efficiently to ensure smooth production processes.
• Work at height, in confined spaces and in an industrial manufacturing environment where temperatures can vary
• Need to carry materials and products up to 20kg independently
• Monitor and maintain product quality standards.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Follow health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Work collaboratively with the team to meet production targets.
• Any other duties required.

The successful candidate will have:

• A valid counterbalance forklift licence this is essential
• A good level of physical fitness with the ability to lift heavy items
• A willingness to work at height and in confined spaces
• A track record of reliability and punctuality in a working environment
• Experience operating machinery
• Access to a vehicle - this is essential due to limited public transport access.

Why would you want to work here?

• LOVELY team
• If you like dogs, you're in luck - some of the team bring their dogs to work sometimes!
• Opportunities to progress
• Interesting business who are expanding

This role is being handled by the Manufacturing, Engineering and Technical team at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment