Forklift / Production Operatives

QS Recruitment Ltd; Heckington; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

QS Recruitment Ltd is recruiting Forklift / Production Operatives for a busy food manufacturing site in Heckington, Lincolnshire. The role combines counterbalance forklift driving with hands-on production duties, offering regular weekday shifts and potential permanent placement.

You will split time between operating a Counterbalance FLT and performing production tasks, with roughly 20% FLT and 80% production work, in a safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• A valid Counterbalance FLT licence (in-house licences are not accepted).
• Reliable attendance and excellent timekeeping.
• A positive, hardworking attitude and an interest in long-term employment.
• The ability to undertake manual handling and work in a physically active environment.
• The ability to work comfortably in a busy food production setting.

Responsibilities

• Operating a counterbalance forklift to move stock and materials safely.
• Loading and unloading deliveries.
• Filling 1-tonne bulk bags and 25kg sacks with product.
• Supporting general production and warehouse operations.
• Following food hygiene, Health & Safety and quality procedures.
• Keeping the production area clean, tidy and organised.
• Carrying out manual handling tasks as required.

Skills

Counterbalance FLT licence

Reliable attendance/timekeeping

Positive attitude

Manual handling

Food production environment

Job description

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

Looking for full-time work with regular weekday shifts and the opportunity to secure a permanent position? We’re recruiting Forklift / Production Operatives to join a busy food manufacturing business in Heckington.

This role offers a combination of forklift driving and hands‑on production work. It’s ideal for someone who enjoys staying active, is happy to get involved across different areas of the operation and wants to build a long‑term future with a company.

The Role

You’ll work as part of a busy production team, with your time split between operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck and carrying out practical production duties.

Please note: this is primarily a production role, with approximately 20% FLT driving and 80% production work.

Your duties will include:

• Operating a counterbalance forklift to move stock and materials safely
• Loading and unloading deliveries
• Filling 1-tonne bulk bags and 25kg sacks with product
• Supporting general production and warehouse operations
• Following food hygiene, Health & Safety and quality procedures
• Keeping the production area clean, tidy and organised
• Carrying out manual handling tasks as required

Duration: Long-term, ongoing workTemporary position with the opportunity to secure a permanent contract

Contract Type: Temporary

Hourly Rate: £13.75 per hourMonday-to-Friday workingFull-time hoursOpportunity to secure a permanent position

Working Hours: Monday to Friday12-hour day shiftsOvertime rate applies after 48 hours worked per week

Closing Date: 20261102

Experience & Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you’ll need:

• A valid Counterbalance FLT licence — in-house licences are not accepted
• Reliable attendance and excellent timekeeping
• A positive, hardworking attitude and an interest in long‑term employment
• The ability to undertake manual handling and work in a physically active environment
• The ability to work comfortably in a busy food production setting