Job Title: Counterbalance Forklift Operator
Location: Coalville, Leicestershire
Pay rate: £13.50
Shift: Days - 2:00pm - 10:00pm
Type: Temp - Perm
Start Date: ASAP
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Counterbalance Forklift Operator to undertake general warehouse duties in Coalville, Leicestershire.This warehouse is a friendly environment but fast paced that ensures efficiency in their results. forklift to load and unload, move, and stack goods in a warehouse environment. Key duties include performing quality and safety checks, general warehouse operations like picking and packing, and potentially using warehouse management systems. Requirements typically include a valid counterbalance forklift license and strong attention to safety and efficiency.
You will be working as part of a team and will be responsible for:
Core Responsibilities:
Safe Forklift Operation
Operating the forklift safely and efficiently, adhering to all safety regulations and procedures.
Maneuvering the forklift in busy industrial environments.
Regularly checking the forklift for faults or damage.
Loading and unloading materials from trucks, trailers, and containers.
Moving goods to and from storage areas, shelves, or pallets.
Stacking and un-stacking large quantities of goods.
Ensuring goods are properly secured for transport.
Assisting in shipping and receiving activities, verifying the accuracy of shipments.
Palletizing goods for shipment.
Identifying and labeling pallets for dispatch.
Participating in basic picking and packing duties.
Material Handling
Skills and requirements:
Accredited Forklift Operating License: A valid External license from a recognized body (e.g RTITB) is essential.
Minimum 1 year experience
Pre-Use Checks: Thoroughly inspecting the forklift before each shift to ensure it's in good working condition.
Hazard Awareness: Recognizing and avoiding potential hazards in the operating environment.
Load Handling and Stacking: Mastering the techniques for safely lifting, moving, and stacking loads.
Safe Speed and Maneuvering: Operating the forklift at a safe speed and maneuvering it accurately, especially in confined spaces.
Load Stability: Understanding the principles of stability and how to maintain it when lifting and moving loads.
Our client is a goods distributor that is looking for a FLT Driver to join their team on a temporary basis, with the opportunity to go permanent for the right person. This client has a large warehouse that has facilities such as a canteen, smoking area, free car parking and locker room