Forklift Truck Operative

Westray Recruitment Consultants Ltd; Stokesley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay £15.38/hr

Continental shift pattern

12-hour shifts

Ongoing temporary employment

progression opportunities

Job summary

Westray Recruitment Group is seeking experienced FLT Operatives for a leading food manufacturing company. The role offers a continental shift pattern and long‑term temporary employment.

You will operate forklift trucks, move materials around the site, and support production lines to ensure smooth operations. The position requires working both day and night shifts, including weekends, on an eight‑day rotation.

Qualifications

• Valid, in-date FLT licence (preferably Counterbalance).
• Experience operating forklift trucks in warehouse, manufacturing or production.
• Comfortable working in a busy industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift trucks to move materials around the site.
• Load and unload deliveries in a safe, efficient manner.
• Supply production lines with materials to support manufacturing operations.
• Move finished products to storage and dispatch areas.
• Ensure stock is stored correctly per site procedures.
• Complete paperwork and stock movement documentation accurately.
• Carry out daily forklift safety checks and report defects.
• Support general warehouse and production duties when required.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment.
• Follow health & safety, food hygiene and site procedures.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet operational requirements.

Skills

FLT operation

Health & safety

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Job description

FLT Operative

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU

• £15.38 per hour for both day and night shifts
• Continental shift pattern: 2 days, 2 nights, 4 days off
• 12-hour shifts: 7:00am to 7:00pm and 7:00pm to 7:00am
• Regular, structured shift pattern offering an excellent work-life balance
• Ongoing temporary employment
• Opportunities for progression and development
• The opportunity to work within a well-established and highly respected food manufacturing business

THE BUSINESS

Westray Recruitment Group is delighted to be recruiting for experienced FLT Operatives to join a leading food manufacturing company. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled forklift drivers looking for consistent shift patterns, competitive rates of pay and the chance to become part of a busy, well-established manufacturing operation. The company prides itself on maintaining high standards of health and safety, teamwork and operational efficiency, making this a great opportunity for candidates who enjoy working in a fast-paced industrial environment.

SHIFT PATTERN

Successful candidates will work a continental shift pattern of 2 days, 2 nights, followed by 4 days off, on a rolling eight‑day rotation.

• Day shifts: 7:00am to 7:00pm
• Night shifts: 7:00pm to 7:00am
• Rotation: 2 day shifts, 2 night shifts, 4 days off
• Pay rate: £15.38 per hour

Candidates must be comfortable working both day and night shifts, including weekends, as part of the continental rotation.

THE ROLE

As an FLT Operative, you will play an important role in supporting the smooth running of the manufacturing and warehouse operation.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Safely operating forklift trucks to move raw materials, stock and finished products around the site
• Loading and unloading deliveries in a safe and efficient manner
• Supplying production lines with materials to ensure manufacturing operations run smoothly
• Moving finished products into designated storage and dispatch areas
• Ensuring stock is stored correctly and in accordance with site procedures
• Completing relevant paperwork and stock movement documentation accurately
• Carrying out daily forklift safety checks and reporting any defects
• Supporting general warehouse and production duties when required
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment
• Following all health and safety, food hygiene and site operating procedures
• Working closely with warehouse and production colleagues to meet operational requirements

THE PERSON

To be considered for this position, you will ideally have:

• A valid, in‑date FLT licence, preferably Counterbalance
• Previous experience operating forklift trucks within a warehouse, manufacturing or production environment
• Confidence working in a busy, fast‑paced industrial setting
• The ability to work a continental shift pattern, including days, nights and weekends
• A strong understanding of workplace health and safety procedures
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
• A reliable, punctual and hardworking approach
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions
• A flexible attitude and willingness to assist with additional warehouse duties when required

Previous experience within food manufacturing or an FMCG environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

We are looking for dependable individuals who take pride in their work, understand the importance of safe forklift operation and are keen to become part of a successful, hardworking team.