Reach Truck Driver - Noon Shift

KPI Recruiting Ltd; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp to perm after 12 weeks

Immediate start

Job summary

KPI Recruiting Ltd is recruiting experienced Reach Truck Drivers for a fast-paced food manufacturing site in ST5. Immediate starts, with potential permanent roles after 12 weeks, and a 14:00–22:00 Monday–Friday shift pattern.

The role requires operating a Reach Truck in a freezer environment (-18°C) for part of the day, with full PPE provided, including thermal jackets and protective clothing.

Qualifications

• Valid Reach Truck licence required.
• Minimum 1 year Reach Truck experience.
• PPT experience/licence preferred.
• Experience in a warehouse or food production environment.
• Must be comfortable working in freezer temperatures (-18°C).

Responsibilities

• Operating a Reach Truck in a safe and efficient manner.
• Using a Pedestrian Pallet Truck (PPT) where required.
• Transporting goods across warehouse and freezer areas.
• Loading and unloading deliveries.
• Picking and moving stock accurately.
• Following all health & safety and site procedures.
• Supporting general warehouse duties when needed.

Skills

Reach Truck licence

PPT experience

Warehouse experience

Freezer environment

Job description

Location: ST5
Pay Rate: £15.28 per hour
Shift pattern: Monday to Friday - 14:00 to 22:00
Start Date: Immediate starts available

The Role

We are currently recruiting for experienced Reach Truck Drivers to join a fast-paced food manufacturing site based in ST5.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking for ongoing, stable work with immediate starts available, with the potential to secure a permanent position.

Please note: This role involves working in a freezer environment at temperatures of up to -18°C for a couple of hours a day, therefore the ability to work in these conditions is essential.Full PPE is provided, including thermal jackets and protective clothing suitable for low temperatures

Shift Patterns & Working Days

• Day Shift: Monday to Friday,14:00 to 22:00

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a Reach Truck in a safe and efficient manner
• Using a Pedestrian Pallet Truck (PPT) where required
• Transporting goods across warehouse and freezer areas
• Loading and unloading deliveries
• Picking and moving stock accurately
• Following all health & safety and site procedures
• Supporting general warehouse duties when needed

Requirements

• Valid Reach Truck licence - essential
• Minimum 1 year experience operating a Reach Truck - essential
• PPT (Pedestrian Pallet Truck) experience/licence - preferred
• Previous experience in a warehouse or food production environment
• Must be comfortable working in freezer temperatures when needed(-18°C)
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work set shift patterns
• Available to start immediately

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly rates at £15.28/h
• Full-time, ongoing work
• Structured weekly shifts
• Immediate start
• Temp to perm opportunity after 12 weeks for the right candidates