Warehouse Operative - FLT Driver

Taylor Higson; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Warehouse Operative/Machine Assistant for a dynamic production team in Royal Leamington Spa. The role requires assisting with machine operations, warehouse duties, and operating a forklift. Candidates should hold a valid forklift license and have attention to detail. Competitive salary and benefits include health insurance and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Competitive holiday allowance

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Valid Forklift Truck Licence is essential.
• Strong communication skills and accurate following of instructions.
• Keen attention to detail and quality standards.
• Desirable experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or production.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Digital Print Line Operator.
• Maintain a clean and organized working area.
• Band, wrap, and label goods for dispatch.
• Operate forklift truck for materials handling.
• Maintain forklift truck care and housekeeping.
• Be flexible with operational tasks.

Skills

Forklift Truck Licence

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a team

Job description

Warehouse Operative/Machine Assistant (FLT Driver) – Leamington Spa

Competitive Salary DOE

Due to a period of growth, our clientare seeking a Warehouse Operative/Machine Assistant to join their rapidlygrowingproduction team. In this hands-on role, you’ll support the Machine Operator in running the digital print line efficiently, as well as manage warehouse duties such as banding, wrapping, labelling, and materials handling.

You’ll work a mixture of days and nights, on a weekly rotating basis. (Week one: 4x 12 hour day shifts. Week 2: 3x 12 night shifts) and a forklift license is essential for this role.

The Role

• Assist the Digital Print Line Operator to maintain steady output and ensure production targets are met.
• Support in maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working area around the machine.
• Band, wrap, and label finished goods ready for dispatch.
• Operate a forklift truck to move raw materials, feed production machines, and load/unload delivery vehicles.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and care of the forklift truck.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to take on other operational tasks as needed.

The Person

• Valid Forklift Truck Licence (essential).
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow written instructions accurately.
• Keen attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or production environment is desirable.

Benefits

A competitive salary is on offer for this role. Benefits include genuine opportunities for progression, private health insurance, competitive holiday allowance and more!