Loader / FLT Warehouse Operative

Successfactors; Selby; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Westmill in Selby is hiring a Loader / FLT Warehouse Operative to move finished goods, packaging and materials safely, ensuring production has what it needs. This hands-on role supports the flow of goods across the site.

You will operate rotating shifts, holding an FLT licence, and work 40 hours per week from Monday to Friday. The job emphasizes accuracy, safety and teamwork in a busy food production environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold an FLT licence.
• Good basic safety awareness in the workplace.
• Clear communication and ability to work with others.
• Comfortable with basic numbers and paperwork.
• Flexible and able to work in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading finished goods, packaging, pallets and tote bags safely.
• Moving finished goods pallets from the packing hall.
• Ensuring pallets have correct finished goods labels.
• Supplying packaging and consumables to production lines.
• Removing waste and keeping areas clean and safe.
• Completing pre-start checks and required documentation.
• Supporting Line Technicians and palletiser activity when needed.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working area during shifts.
• Reporting health and safety issues and near misses promptly.

Skills

FLT licence

Safety awareness

Clear communication

Numeracy

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Career Opportunities: Loader / FLT Warehouse Operative (4271)

Requisition ID4271-Posted01/10/2026- Region (1) - Job Category (1) -Permanent-Full Time- Company (1)

Selby | 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | Rotating shifts | £32,549.64 per annum

We're looking for a Loader / FLT Warehouse Operative to join our team in Selby.

This is an important, practical role at the heart of our operation. You'll help keep finished goods, packaging and materials moving safely and efficiently around site, making sure production has what it needs and finished products are ready to go where they need to go.

You'll work 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday, on rotating shifts:

As a Loader / FLT Warehouse Operative, you'll have a varied role that includes:

• Loading and unloading finished goods, packaging, pallets and tote bags safely
• Moving finished goods pallets from the packing hall
• Making sure pallets have the correct finished goods labels
• Supplying production lines with the packaging and consumables they need
• Removing used pallets, waste packaging and other materials from production areas
• Carrying out pre-start checks and completing the required documentation
• Supporting Line Technicians and palletiser activity when required
• Keeping your working area clean, tidy and safe throughout the shift
• Reporting health and safety issues and near misses quickly and helping maintain high site standards

The key thing for this Loader / FLT Warehouse Operative role is that you already hold an FLT licence.

We're also looking for someone who:

• Has a good basic understanding of workplace safety
• Communicates clearly and works well with others
• Is comfortable with basic numbers and paperwork
• Takes pride in doing things safely and accurately
• Is flexible and happy working in a busy operational environment

A Food Hygiene certificate would be useful, but it isn't essential.

Westmill is one of Europe's largest specialist food businesses and part of Associated British Foods plc.

We're home to well known brands including Patak's, Elephant Atta, Rajah, Lucky Boat and Green Dragon, producing foods enjoyed by consumers, restaurants, and takeaways across the UK and beyond.

As a Loader / FLT Warehouse Operative, you'll be joining an established team where the work you do has a direct impact on keeping production moving and getting our products where they need to be.

£32,549.64 per annum

• Monday to Friday working
• 40 hours per week
• Rotating 6am to 2pm / 2pm to 10pm shifts
• Night shifts only occasionally when required
• Plus Westmill benefits

If you have an FLT licence, enjoy practical hands-on work and want a stable Monday to Friday role with a well established food business, this Loader / FLT Warehouse Operative opportunity is well worth a look.