Our company, Cotswold Talent Solutions are proud to be working in partnership with a household name and supporting their swindon distribution team growth!
** 10 Reach Forklift Truck Drivers required for Immediate starts!**
We are currently seeking multiple Reach Forklift Truck Operators to join our clients growing team in Swindon. The ideal candidate will have an In date Reach Truck Licence (Novice or refresher training within the last 5 years) and knowledge of Warehouse operations and experience with materials handling.
You will be working for a worldwide, high street brand, carrying out soley reach truck work in the goods in department
This role involves working with High Reach Forklift Trucks, and double deep racking - Experience with this is advantageous but not essential as training will be given!
This is a fantastic position, which is offering an immediate start on an ongoing basis and can lead to a permanent position after a successful trial period!
This role is paying £14.27 per hour, rising to £14.56 after 12 weeks
Benefits of working for this client:
Hourly rate is not age dependent
£14.27 per hour
£14.56 after 12 weeks
£21.40 (Overtime rate)
Clean and tidy working environment
Well maintained mechanical handling equipment
Excellent Facilities
Fantastic Culture
Opportunity for a permanent position after a successful trial period
Fresh fruit provided daily for staff
Subsidised canteen area
Shifts available for the Warehouse Operative Role:
4 on, 2 off rota (4 days in, 2 days off - continuing in this pattern - weekends are included)
13.00pm/14.00pm working until 21.00
Optional overtime throughout the week
Overtime rates in place, paying up to £21.40 per hour for Bank Holidays
Responsibilities:
Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to unload, and transport materials within the warehouse.
Load stock in to double deep racking using the Reach Forklift Truck
Manage stock movement using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to ensure accurate inventory control.
Handle materials with care, ensuring proper stacking, storage, and organisation of goods.
Conduct routine inspections of forklift equipment to identify maintenance needs or safety concerns.
Support warehouse organisation by maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
Apply basic maths skills for counting, measuring, and recording inventory data.
Lift heavy loads safely, adhering to safety protocols at all times.
Wrapping pallets safely
To ensure that all Health and Safety rules and procedures are always adhered to ensure a safe working environment for all employees and visitors
Report any issues or quality problems to your supervisor or line manager
Display excellent levels of teamwork and co-operation when working with colleagues in other departments / other areas of production
To ensure that workplace and equipment is cleaned every day
If you are interested in applying, then please apply and send CV and a member of the team will be in touch as soon as possible!
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