As a Multi-skilled Forklift Driver in the Despatch department, your role will include ensuring all forklift truck movements and Packaging & Despatch activities are completed effectively, efficiently and safely.
Location:
Berwickshire
Salary:
£13.61 per hour
Closing date:
17/10/2025
Reporting to:
Production Manager
Main responsibilities
* Ensuring forklift truck and barrow checks are completed
* Performing all forklift duties effectively, efficiently and safely within the allocated department
* Picking orders in correct date sequence to ensure correct stock rotation
* Using the ERP system (Microsoft Navision) to pick correct load/trailer/haulier prior to scanning to vehicle
* Removing any damaged equipment/packaging from site when required
* Maintaining accurate records at all times
* Supporting Production requirements
* Unloading packaging safely and storing in the correct location
* Monitor packaging deliveries to ensure free from contamination
* Ensuring effective communication at all times
Our ideal candidate will have the following
* Experience within a similar role in a manufacturing environment
* Excellent organisation and communication skills
* Team player
* Clear understanding of Health and Safety
* Computer literate in all Microsoft applications
* Analytical approach
* Self-motivated
* Flexible
* Valid Forklift licence to AITT, ITSSAR or RTITB standard is essential
Additional benefits
We also offer a full training programme, opportunity to develop, pension scheme, life assurance, loyal service awards and free potatoes
Overtime is paid at 1.5x basic rate