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Acorn Recruitment; Ilminster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Temp to perm opportunity

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an FLT Driver to join a well-established manufacturer based in Ilminster, Somerset. The role offers competitive pay and a supportive team environment with weekly pay.

You will operate a counterbalance forklift to feed production lines, supply one-tonne boxes, and maintain stock records, all while following Health & Safety guidelines. Night shifts Mon-Thu, 6:30pm–4:00am, with temp-to-perm potential.

Qualifications

• Current counterbalance forklift licence is essential.
• Experience working in a busy production or manufacturing environment.
• Physically capable of meeting the demands of the role.
• Motivated, responsible, and reliable.
• Strong communication skills and a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently.
• Supply one-tonne boxes to feed production lines and operate the computerised stock system.
• Work in a busy production environment, ensuring smooth and safe material flow.
• Carry out all duties in line with Health & Safety guidelines.
• Maintain high standards and accuracy while working independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Reliability

Tools

Counterbalance forklift

Job description

Ilminster | £15.87 per hour | 6:30pm-.04.00am | Monday - Thursday | Temporary to Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an FLT Driver to join a well-established manufacturer based in Ilminster, Somerset. This is an excellent opportunity offering competitive pay and the chance to work in a supportive team environment.

Key Duties:

• Operate a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently.
• Supply one-tonne boxes to feed production lines and operate the computerised stock system.
• Work in a busy production environment, ensuring smooth and safe material flow.
• Carry out all duties in line with Health & Safety guidelines.
• Maintain high standards and accuracy while working independently and as part of a team.

Requirements:

• Current counterbalance forklift licence is essential.
• Experience working in a busy production or manufacturing environment.
• Physically capable of meeting the demands of the role.
• Motivated, responsible, and reliable.
• Strong communication skills and a keen eye for detail.

What We Offer:

• £15.87 per hour, paid weekly.
• Monday to Thursday night shifts (6:30pm-04.00am).
• Temp to perm opportunity with long-term potential.
• Clean, well-managed working environment.
• Ongoing support from Acorn by Synergie's local team in Yeovil.