Forklift Truck Driver

E3 Recruitment; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering organization in Huddersfield is seeking a dedicated Forklift Truck Driver to join their team. This role offers a permanent position with excellent opportunities for career progression into machining or mechanical fitting. With a supportive work environment and a generous holiday allowance of 33 days, this is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their skills and enjoy a stable career in a thriving industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of material handling within the facility, making this a vital role in the company's ongoing success.

Benefits

33 Holidays

Ongoing Training

Company Pension Scheme

Permanent Employment

Friendly Working Environment

Qualifications

• Experience in forklift operation and material handling.
• Knowledge of safety procedures in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the machine shop and factory.
• Safely remove waste material from machines.
• Load and unload transport vehicles as necessary.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Material Handling

Safety Procedures

Education

Forklift License

Job description

1:30PM FINISH ON FRIDAYS + 33 HOLIDAYS + ONGOING TRAINING + PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT + EXCELLENT WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Forklift Truck Driver vacancy available with an impressive Engineering organisation.

Established around 50 years ago and employing circa 50 people at their Huddersfield facility, this employer design, manufacture and service specialist products for a variety of industries including Oil & Gas, Power Generation, Petrochemical and Defence.

Because of continued growth and demand of their niche products, this employer is actively searching for an Forklift Truck Driver to join their team on a permanent basis; this is an excellent opportunity to join an organization who offer excellent opportunities to progress into Machining or Mechanical Fitting in the future.

This employer is Huddersfield based, meaning that the successful Forklift Truck Driver can easily commute from surrounding towns & cities including Halifax, Elland, Wakefield and Bradford.

Key Responsibilities of the Forklift Truck Driver:

• Ensuring that the machine shop & factory is clean and tidy; carrying out deep cleans of certain areas when appropriate
• Safely removing swarf and waste material from machines when required
• Moving & distributing materials, tooling and equipment to operators in a timely fashion
• Load & unload transport vehicles as necessary and ensure that delivery paperwork is distributed accordingly

Working Hours of the Forklift Truck Driver:
37 Hours spread across a regular day shift

• Monday to Thursday - 08:00 to 16:30
• Friday - 08:00 to 13:30

In return, the Forklift Truck Driver will receive:

• Annual Salary: £24,050.00 (£12.50 per hour)
• Holiday Allowance: 33 Days including public holidays
• Enrolment to company pension scheme after initial probation period
• Internal training & skill development
• Permanent employment with a modern & friendly business

To apply for the Forklift Truck Driver position, please click “Apply Now” and attach a copy of your CV.Alternatively, please contact Callum Good at E3 Recruitment for more information.