Sideloader Forklift Operative

University of Reading; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Reading is seeking a Sideloader Forklift Operative to join their warehouse team. The role involves picking and packing metal items, operating forklifts, and ensuring effective teamwork. Candidates must have a valid Sideloader Forklift Licence and a good level of physical fitness. This temporary position provides Monday to Friday hours and may lead to a permanent role.

Benefits

Consistent Monday to Friday hours

Free on-site parking

28 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Essential: Sideloader or Combi Forklift Licence.
• Good physical fitness for heavy lifting duties.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Accurately select and pack various metal items for dispatch.
• Operate warehouse machinery, especially the Counterbalance Forklift.
• Maintain safety awareness and adhere to health regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

Sideloader or Combi Forklift Licence

Warehouse experience

Job description

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Job Title:Sideloader Operative

Working Hours:Monday - Friday,Operative working either 6am-3pm or 9am-6pm.

Salary:£14- £14.50

Key Responsibilities

• Picking and Packing:Accurately selecting and packing various metal items according to order specifications, ensuring they are ready for dispatch.
• Labelling and checking quantityof stock and filling in paperwork.
• Operating warehouse machinery, in particular the Counterbalance Forklift. (preferred not essential)
• Following Instructions:Adhering to, order details, and general warehouse procedures.
• Teamwork and Independence:Working effectively both as part of a team to achieve common goals and independently when required to complete individual tasks.
• General Warehouse Duties:Undertaking a range of warehouse tasks to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the facility. This includes maintaining tidiness, organizing stock, and other related duties.
• Heavy Lifting:Performing tasks that may involve some heavy lifting of metal items, up to 25kg.
• Communication:Maintaining excellent communication skills to interact effectively with colleagues and follow instructions accurately.
• Safety Awareness:Adhering to all health and safety regulations and procedures within the warehouse environment.
• Use the Forklift in a safe and efficient way- adhering to safety guidelines and instructions.
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Essential: Sideloader or Combi Forklift Licence
• Preferred:Warehouse experience.
• Skills and Abilities:
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when picking, packing, and labelling stock.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Good physical fitness and the ability to undertake some heavy lifting.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to understand and follow instructions.
• A proactive and reliable work ethic.
  

Other Requirements

• Essential:Own transport due to the company's location on the outskirts of Reading (RG7)
• Flexibility:A willingness to undertake a variety of warehouse tasks as required.
  
  

Benefits

• Consistent Monday to Friday working hours.
• Free on-site parking.
• 28 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
  
  

This is a temporary position that could lead to a permanent role after a qualifying period.

• PLEASE Note that site is due to move to Basingstoke in the next few months.
  
  

M4 Recruitment are an employment business and operates as an equal opportunities employer. Permission to place an advertisement for the above-mentioned position has been obtained by the client.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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