Forklift driver & Production Operative

Direct Recruitment (Midlands) Ltd.; Arkansas; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Overtime opportunities

On-the-job training

Career progression

Job summary

Direct Recruitment (Midlands) Ltd. is seeking a reliable Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join their production team in Arkansas. The successful candidate will operate a counterbalance forklift, ensuring efficient handling of goods and maintaining the warehouse's cleanliness.

Experience in a manufacturing role is essential, alongside a valid forklift licence. This position offers competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and a supportive team environment conducive to training and career progression.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift licence required.
• Experience in a production or manufacturing role.
• Ability to work on rotating shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift to move, load, and unload goods.
• Conduct regular stock checks and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with packing and wrapping orders.

Skills

Counterbalance Forklift operation

Health & Safety compliance

Teamwork

Manual handling

Attention to detail

Education

Valid Counterbalance Forklift licence (RTITB or ITSSAR accredited)

Job description

Counterbalance Forklift Driver & Production Operative

We are a busy and growing manufacturing business, looking for a reliable and experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join our production team.

Role Overview

You will be responsible for operating a counterbalance forklift to move, load, and unload goods, as well as carrying out general warehouse duties to ensure the smooth running of operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a counterbalance forklift truck (valid licence required).
• Load and unload products from machinary.
• Move stock to designated storage locations.
• Assist with packing, and wrapping orders.
• Conduct regular stock checks and maintain accurate records.
• Keep the warehouse clean, organised, and compliant with health & safety standards.
• Support other team members as needed.

Requirements

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift licence (RTITB or ITSSAR accredited).
• Able to work on a rotating shift pattern - earlies then lates - Monday to Friday.
• Previous experience in a production/manufacturing role.
• Good understanding of health & safety procedures.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling duties.
• Good attention to detail and time management skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates.
• Overtime opportunities.
• On‑the‑job training and career progression.
• Supportive team environment.