Warehouse & Counterbalance Operative

People Solutions; Coventry; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Career progression

On-site parking

On-site canteen

Job summary

People Solutions is recruiting for a Warehouse & Counterbalance Operative in Coventry, West Midlands. You will operate Reach and Counterbalance forklifts and move materials throughout the warehouse and factory environment.

Shifts are Monday to Friday, 11:00 to 19:00, with weekly pay and overtime available. The role offers ongoing work and career progression within a busy operation, with on-site parking and a supportive management team.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills and spatial awareness.
• Reliable, self-motivated and flexible approach to work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Safety-conscious mindset when operating MHE.

Responsibilities

• Operate Reach and Counterbalance Forklift Trucks safely and efficiently.
• Move materials throughout the warehouse and manufacturing facility.
• Load and unload vehicles as required.
• Collect empty stillages, boxes and packaging materials.
• Supply manufacturing areas with materials to support production needs.
• Carry out routine equipment checks and report defects.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Spatial awareness

Reliability

Self-motivation

Flexibility

Independent worker

Safety-focused

Job description

WAREHOUSE & COUNTERBALANCE OPERATIVE - COVENTRY, WEST MIDLANDS

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Warehouse & Counterbalance Operative - Coventry, West Midlands to join our well-established client based in Coventry, West Midlands.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering £12.71 per hour, Monday to Friday working, ongoing work, overtime opportunities and career progression within a busy manufacturing environment.

£12.71 PER HOUR | MONDAY TO FRIDAY | ONGOING WORK | OVERTIME AVAILABLE | CAREER PROGRESSION

This role would suit candidates with experience as a Warehouse Operative, FLT Reach Driver, FLT Counterbalance Driver, Reach Truck Driver, Counterbalance Driver, Forklift Truck Driver, FLT Operator, Forklift Operator or Material Handler.

Shifts

• Monday to Friday
• 11:00 to 19:00

Rates of Pay

• £12.71 per hour
• Overtime - £15.32 per hour
• Weekly pay

Benefits

As a Warehouse & Counterbalance Operative, you will receive:

• Excellent hourly rates
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing work
• Career progression opportunities
• Modern on-site canteen serving hot and cold food
• Free tea and coffee
• Free on-site parking
• On-site management team providing ongoing support
• Worker smartphone app with competitions and surveys
• Ongoing training and development

Day-to-Day Duties

As a Warehouse & Counterbalance Operative, your duties will include:

• Operating Reach and Counterbalance Forklift Trucks safely and efficiently
• Moving raw materials, finished goods and stock throughout the warehouse and manufacturing facility
• Loading and unloading vehicles where required
• Collecting empty stillages, boxes and packaging materials
• Supplying manufacturing areas with materials to support production requirements
• Using pump trucks and battery-powered hand trucks where necessary
• Carrying out routine equipment checks and reporting any defects
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping across all warehouse and logistics areas
• Following all health and safety procedures and company standards

Essential Skills

• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational skills and spatial awareness
• Reliable, self-motivated and flexible approach to work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Safety-conscious approach when operating MHE and working within warehouse and manufacturing environments

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience within a warehouse, logistics, manufacturing or distribution environment
• Previous experience operating Reach and/or Counterbalance Forklift Trucks
• Previous experience operating other MHE, including LLOP or PPT