WAREHOUSE OPERATOR & FORKLIFT DRIVER Job Title – Warehouse Operator & Forklift Driver Location – Duxford, Cambridge Salary – £30,000 – £33,000 (inc SA £14.52 – £15.24 per hour) Shift – Rotating Shift Pattern (Mon–Fri: 06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00) Job Role of the Warehouse Operator & Forklift Driver A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a reliable and motivated Warehouse Operator & Forklift Driver to join a leading advanced materials manufacturing site based in the Duxford area. This is a key role within a fast-paced, high-performing warehouse environment where safety, accuracy, and efficiency are essential. You will play a vital role in supporting both internal and external customers by ensuring the smooth movement of materials across the site. Approximately 60–70% of your role will involve operating Forklift Trucks, making this a highly hands-on position within a world-class manufacturing organisation. You will be responsible for ensuring raw materials, packaging, and finished goods are handled safely and efficiently, while supporting production schedules and maintaining a world-class 5S environment. Sector – Warehouse / Manufacturing Logistics Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Warehouse Operator & Forklift Driver Valid Forklift Truck Licence (Counterbalance, Reach or VNA) Previous warehouse or logistics experience in a fast-paced environment Desirable Requirements Experience working in a chemical or manufacturing environment Previous exposure to cycle counting and inventory control Experience working in a 5S structured environment Job Duties Include Offloading and storing raw materials safely and efficiently Picking and delivering materials to production on time Handling finished goods and preparing dispatch orders Operating forklift trucks (60–70% of working time) Conducting cycle counts and maintaining stock accuracy Supporting OTIF (On Time In Full) performance targets Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised warehouse (5S standards) Managing inbound and outbound deliveries Participating in shift handovers and whiteboard meetings The Warehouse Operator & Forklift Driver Will Benefit From: Competitive salary with overtime rates (1.5x Saturday / 2x Sunday) 12% pension scheme and guaranteed annual payment Private healthcare and employee assistance programme Free onsite parking and cycle to work scheme Extensive training including fully funded forklift training Access to 10,000 online learning courses Strong career progression within a global organisation Generous holiday allowance (26 8 BH birthday day, up to 29 days) Additional Information This is a globally established advanced materials manufacturing site with a strong reputation for innovation, safety, and operational excellence. The site is highly invested in, offering a stable and supportive working environment with excellent training and development opportunities.