Licensed Forklift Operator – Packing Plant, Leeds

Smurfit Westrock; Pudsey; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

24/7 confidential support for you and/

Ongoing training and development

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Leeds is seeking a Fork Lift Truck Operator to join a busy sheet plant. You will contribute to a safety‑driven, collaborative team and help move materials to support production targets.

The role rewards reliability, good communication, and the ability to follow strict quality and hygiene standards. Full training is provided, with opportunities for progression and a welcoming, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Current Counterbalance Fork Lift Truck licence is essential.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal) are needed.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Self-motivation and good organisational skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Shift hours: Monday - Thursday 9.30 am - 6.00 pm; Friday 8.00 am - 3.00 pm.
• Understand and work to high Health & Safety standards, including reporting any H&S issues.
• Complying with Quality and Hygiene specifications and requirements.

Skills

Counterbalance Fork Lift Licence

Teamwork

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Leeds is seeking a Fork Lift Truck Operator to join a busy sheet plant. You will contribute to a safety‑driven, collaborative team and help move materials to support production targets.

The role rewards reliability, good communication, and the ability to follow strict quality and hygiene standards. Full training is provided, with opportunities for progression and a welcoming, inclusive culture.