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The Best Connection Group Limited; Buckfastleigh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Online Payslips

28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata

Pension contribution

Choice of long/short days or weekends

Possible permanent positions

Job summary

The Best Connection Group Limited is seeking a temporary forklift driver with counterbalance licence for our drinks production facility in Buckfastleigh. The role supports efficient movement, loading, unloading and material handling in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

A valid forklift licence is essential. Monday-Friday 08:00am-16:30pm with weekly pay and pro-rata annual leave. Possible progression to permanent roles after a successful trial period.

Qualifications

• A valid forklift licence is essential.
• A forklift counterbalance experience is highly regarded.
• Experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to working safely.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate counterbalance forklift trucks.
• Aisle master experience preferred but not essential.
• Load, unload, move and store products within the warehouse and production areas.
• Supply production lines with materials as required.
• Accurately pick, stage and prepare orders for dispatch.
• Carry out stock movements and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Complete daily equipment checks and report any faults or maintenance issues.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout the warehouse.

Skills

Forklift operation

Counterbalance licence

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Forklift Licence/Certificate

Job description

Our client- a well established local production company are looking for a forklift driver with counterbalance. This role has an immediate start for the right candidate. Based in Buckfastleigh.

We are seeking a reliable and experienced

Temporary Forklift to join our busy drinks production facility in the heart of Devon. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, supporting the efficient movement and storage of raw materials and finished products.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate both counterbalance forklift trucks.
• Aisle master experience preferred but NOT essential.
• Load, unload, move and store products within the warehouse and production areas.
• Supply production lines with materials as required.
• Accurately pick, stage and prepare orders for dispatch.
• Carry out stock movements and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Complete daily equipment checks and report any faults or maintenance issues.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout the warehouse.

A valid forklift licence is essential.

• Previous experience operating both forklift trucks.
• Experience working within a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to working safely.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Shift Schedule:

• Monday-Friday 08:00am- 16:30pm

Benefits of working for this company:

• Free car parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Discounted products

Other benefits of working for The Best Connection Group Limited include:

• Weekly pay
• Online Payslips
• 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
• Pension contribution
• Choice of long term, short term and odd days or weekends available
• Possible permanent positions following successful trial period
• Ongoing assignments throughout 2026

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.