Reach Forklift Driver

Thrive Personnel Services Ltd; Altofts; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Personnel Ltd is seeking a dynamic Reach FLT Truck Driver to join our client’s fast-paced logistics team. You will operate reach trucks and forklifts, load and unload, and support efficient warehouse operations from 6am to 6pm on a 3-on, 3-off rotation.

This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork as you handle orders, use RF scanners and a WMS, and assist with shipping and receiving while maintaining inventory integrity.

Qualifications

• Proven warehouse experience with focus on order picking and materials handling.
• Valid forklift certification; reach truck experience is highly desirable.
• Good mechanical knowledge of warehouse equipment and maintenance.
• Familiar with OSHA safety rules and best practices in warehouse safety.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and efficiently.
• Experience with WMS and RF scanners for inventory control.
• Experience in shipping/receiving and stock integrity.

Responsibilities

• Operate reach trucks, forklifts, and other heavy equipment to load, unload, and move goods.
• Pick and pack orders accurately using RF scanners and systems.
• Load/unload shipments and follow safety protocols.
• Manage materials handling including pallet jacking and stacking.
• Assist with shipping/receiving by verifying shipments and preparing deliveries.
• Maintain inventory accuracy via regular stock checks and WMS updates.
• Support supervision by following procedures for order picking and storage.

Skills

Warehouse ops

Order picking

RF scanning

Tools

Reach truck

Forklift operation

Job description

Thrive Personnel Ltd are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Reach FLT Truck Driver to join our clients fast-paced logistics team, working Monday to Sunday on a 3 on 3 off shift. 6am to 6pm.

In this role, you will be responsible for efficiently handling materials, operating heavy equipment, and ensuring smooth warehouse operations. Your expertise will help optimize inventory management, order fulfillment, and shipping & receiving processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment and contribute to a high-performing warehouse environment. Safety, precision, and proactive teamwork are essential to succeed in this role.

Duties

• Operate reach trucks, forklifts, and other heavy equipment safely to load, unload, and transport goods within the warehouse
• Pick and pack orders accurately using RF scanners and pick systems to ensure timely shipment
• Load and unload shipments efficiently while adhering to safety protocols and OSHA standards
• Manage materials handling tasks including pallet jacking, heavy lifting, and stacking goods in designated storage areas
• Assist with shipping & receiving activities by verifying incoming shipments against purchase orders and preparing outgoing deliveries
• Maintain inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and updating the warehouse management system (WMS)
• Support warehouse supervision by following operational procedures for order picking, loading, unloading, and storage organization

Requirements

• Proven experience in warehouse distribution or similar logistics environments with a focus on order picking and materials handling
• Valid and in date certification for forklift operation; experience with reach trucks, and heavy equipment is highly desirable
• Strong mechanical knowledge related to warehouse equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with OSHA safety regulations and best practices for warehouse safety
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and efficiently during daily operations
• Experience working with warehouse management systems (WMS) and RF scanners for accurate inventory control
• Warehouse experience in shipping & receiving processes along with construction or industrial background preferred
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail in order picking and load/unload activities

Join us in creating a safe, efficient, and energetic warehouse environment! We value proactive team players ready to take on challenges with enthusiasm while maintaining the highest safety standards. This paid position offers an engaging work atmosphere where your skills in heavy equipment operation, materials handling, and warehouse management will make a real impact