Our client has a permanent vacancy for a Counterbalance Driver, working within a manufacturing enviroment based in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire. You will be working a 4 on x 4 off shift pattern. 06:00 - 18:00 hours.
* Responsible for adhering to safe systems of work processes and acting in a safe manner to protect the health and safety of yourself and others at all times.
* Follow all Quality systems and procedures to ensure our products meet food safety (HACCP), legal and customer requirements as well as maintaining external standards eg BRC, Femas.
* Use the systems in place to accurately control and co-ordinate raw materials, packaging, consumables and finished goods
* Ensure all Health & Safety documentation and policies are followed and completed.
* Control OEE, wastage and plant efficiency
* Handling and preparation of raw materials used in the manufacture of food products.
* Ensure all quality, quality documentation and hygiene procedures are followed, and identify potential improvement areas.
* Manoeuvring forklifts safely in a busy industrial environment
* Moving goods from storage areas to loading areas for transport
* Unloading deliveries and safely relocating the goods to their designated storage areas
* Ensuring that forklift driving areas are free from spills or obstructions.
* Regularly checking forklift equipment for faults or damages
Using industrial plastic wraps and wooden pallets to safely stack and package goods for transport