Forklift Operator

Perform Recruitment; Dublin; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Permanent onsite role

Immediate start

Job summary

Perform Recruitment is assisting a client in North Co. Dublin to recruit a Forklift Operator for a permanent onsite role. You will move goods safely, stock materials for production, and assist with despatch operations to ensure smooth daily workflows.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of forklift experience, holds a valid forklift licence, and is committed to food-safety and health-and-safety standards in a busy warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years forklift operating experience in a warehouse, production, or logistics setting.
• A valid forklift licence is essential.
• Experience in food manufacturing or fresh produce is a plus.
• Good awareness of health and safety procedures and safe material-handling practices.
• Reliable, punctual team player with a flexible, can-do attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and support operations.
• Willingness to follow food safety, hygiene, and site procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently to move, load, and unload goods across the warehouse and production areas.
• Supply production lines with raw materials, packaging, and other required stock in a timely manner.
• Move finished products to designated storage and despatch areas.
• Load and unload deliveries, ensuring goods are handled safely and correctly.
• Support stock rotation and maintain accurate stock locations.
• Check incoming and outgoing goods against relevant documentation and report any discrepancies.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment in line with procedures.
• Carry out daily forklift checks and report defects or maintenance requirements.
• Work closely with warehouse, production, and despatch teams to ensure an efficient flow of goods.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Forklift licence

Health & safety

Attention to detail

Team player

Punctuality

Adaptability

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Forklift Operator

North Co. Dublin | Permanent | Onsite

About Our Client

Our client is a family-owned fresh produce company based in North Co. Dublin, specialising in the growing, producing, and sourcing of fresh potatoes, fruit, and vegetables. Supplying supermarkets, symbol groups, the food service industry, and independent retailers, the company takes pride in delivering high-quality, fresh produce to its customers.

The Role

We're recruiting a Forklift Operator to join our client's warehouse and production team on a permanent, onsite basis. Reporting to the Production Manager, you'll be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of goods throughout the site, supporting stock control, production supply, and despatch operations to ensure the smooth running of daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently to move, load, and unload goods across the warehouse and production areas.


• Supply production lines with raw materials, packaging, and other required stock in a timely manner.


• Move finished products to designated storage and despatch areas.


• Load and unload deliveries, ensuring goods are handled safely and correctly.


• Support stock rotation and maintain accurate stock locations.


• Check incoming and outgoing goods against relevant documentation and report any discrepancies.


• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment in line with food safety, hygiene, and health and safety procedures.


• Carry out daily forklift checks and report any defects or maintenance requirements.


• Work closely with warehouse, production, and despatch teams to ensure an efficient flow of goods.


• Assist with general warehouse duties as required.

What We're Looking For

• Previous minimum 2 years forklift operating experience in a warehouse, production, or logistics environment.


• A valid forklift licence is essential.


• Experience in the food manufacturing or fresh produce industry would be an advantage.


• Good awareness of health and safety procedures and safe material-handling practices.


• Strong attention to detail when handling stock and checking deliveries.


• A reliable, punctual team player with a flexible, can-do attitude.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and support operational requirements.


• Willingness to follow food safety, hygiene, and site procedures.

What's on Offer

• Permanent, onsite employment.


• 20 days' annual leave.


• Opportunity to join an established, family-owned fresh produce business.


• A busy, hands-on role within an established warehouse and production operation.


• Immediate start available for the right candidate.