Warehouse Operative/FLT

Thorn Baker Group; Fleckney; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operative/Counterbalance Forklift Driver for a leading food manufacturer in Leicestershire. You will support inbound and outbound logistics, ensuring stock accuracy and timely production readiness.

Two primary shifts run Monday to Friday, with additional overtime during busy periods. Pay starts at £14.71 per hour, with uplift if forklift certification is held. Access to transport is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience.
• Counterbalance forklift experience is essential.
• Must have a Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience with stock counting and stock control.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Reliable and flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload deliveries from lorries and wagons.
• Load finished goods for dispatch on time.
• Move stock from bulk storage to production areas.
• Check deliveries for temperatures, dates and quantities.
• Maintain stock records and perform stock counts.
• Follow stock rotation procedures.
• Complete forklift daily check sheets and cleaning records.
• Check and sign delivery/dispatch paperwork.
• Keep warehouse and production areas tidy and organised.
• Coordinate with production for stock replenishment and dispatch.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

Counterbalance forklift

Stock counting

Stock control

Job description

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment are recruiting an experienced Warehouse Operative/Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a leading food manufacturing company based in Leicestershire.

Working as part of the warehouse team, you will help ensure raw materials are supplied to production areas on time and finished goods are loaded ready for dispatch. You will play an important role in keeping warehouse operations running smoothly and ensuring production deadlines are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Loading and unloading deliveries from lorries and wagons.

• Loading finished goods for dispatch, ensuring transport deadlines are met.

• Moving stock from bulk storage to production areas to prevent delays.

• Checking incoming deliveries, including temperatures, dates and quantities, before storing goods correctly.

• Maintaining accurate stock records and carrying out stock counts.

• Following stock rotation procedures.

• Completing daily forklift check sheets and checking warehouse cleaning records.

• Checking and signing delivery and dispatch paperwork.

• Keeping warehouse and production areas clean, tidy and organised, including clearing empty pallets and waste.

• Communicating with production team leaders to coordinate stock replenishment and daily dispatch requirements.

You will report to the Warehouse Team Leader and support the wider team to ensure the smooth running of daily operations.

Shifts and Pay:

There are two Monday to Friday shift patterns available, depending on business requirements:

• 6:00am – 3:00pm

• 8:00am – 5:00pm

• 9:00am - 6:00pm

Both shifts are 40 hours per week, with overtime available during busier production periods. Overtime is paid for hours worked over 40 per week.

Pay starts at £14.71 per hour and will pay uplift if you have valid forklift certificate

The Person:

• Previous warehouse experience.

• Counterbalance forklift experience is essential.

• Need to have Full UK Driving Licence

• Experience with stock counting and stock control.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

• Good attention to detail when checking deliveries and recording stock movements.

• A reliable and flexible approach to work.

Please note: Access to your own transport is essential, as public transport options are limited for the early shift start times.

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