Warehouse/Forklift Operator (Chemicals)

CREGG; Limerick; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Warehouse/Forklift Operative for a chemical manufacturer in Foynes, Limerick. Responsibilities include unloading chemical shipments, operating forklifts, and data recording. Candidates should have a Leaving Certificate and preferably a forklift licence. The role offers €15.52 per hour, shift allowances, and benefits including healthcare and pension contributions.

Benefits

Healthcare contributions

Pension contributions

Annual bonus

Gradual wage increase after training

Qualifications

• Forklift licence preferred.
• Familiar with Safety Data Sheets for Chemicals.
• Experience using personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

• Unload/transfer bulk chemical shipments.
• Fill/load chemicals into tankers/trucks.
• Communicate with ships and hauliers.

Skills

Forklift driving

Chemical awareness

Data recording

Communication

Computer literate (Word, Excel)

Education

Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification

Tools

Forklift

Pumps

Valves

Compressors

Batch controllers

Job description

CREGG Recruitment are looking for a full time Warehouse/Forklift Operative for our client, a successful chemical manufacturer based in Shannon, Co Clare.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is looking to grow a career in chemical manufacturing and distribution industry.

Place of work is Foynes, Co. Limerick, with possibility of occasional work at Shannon, Co. Clare (once or twice a year).

Job description – Warehouse/Forklift Operative:

• Unloading/transfer of bulk chemical shipments at Foynes dock to storage tanks/warehouse
• Filling/loading of chemicals into tankers/trucks for transport to parent company in Shannon and/or directly to customers
• Forklift driving/shunting
• Use of pumps, valves, compressors, batch controllers, etc. for liquid transfer
• Stock taking, recording data, transferring data/information to parent site in Shannon
• Communication with ships, hauliers and parent company
• Directly involved with the offloading of material through our shipping partners, which will include occasionally working unsociable hours

Hours of Work:

• Initially, 08:00 – 16:30
• After completed training, 11:30 – 20:00

Salary and Benefits:

• €15.52 per hour
• Shift allowance of €32 per day – €160 per week
• Gradual wage increase, after completed training
• Healthcare and Pension contributions
• Annual Bonus and more

Job requirements:

• Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification
• Forklift Driver: Forklift Licence (preferred)
• Chemical Awareness Training
• Experience of using personal protective equipment
• Familiar with the use of pumps, valves, compressors, batch controllers, etc. for liquid transfer
• Familiar with the Safety Data Sheets for Chemicals
• Familiar with the requirements for the transport of hazardous loads by road
• Computer Literate, with the use of software packages such as Word, Excel

Contract type:

• Full time (39 hours per week)
• Permanent/Long Term

We are happy to consider candidates who need up to 2 weeks of notice.

Please apply with your CV, if interested in role as Warehouse/Forklift Operative.