Ocation: Knighton
Pay Rate: £13.71 per hour
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off
* 2 weeks of days (6:00am – 6:00pm)
* Followed by 2 weeks of nights (6:00pm – 6:00am)
Positions Available: Multiple vacancies
Job Title
Forklift Driver (FLT – Counterbalance)
Summary of Job Role
To safely and efficiently operate a counterbalance forklift truck, moving finished products from production lines into storage while ensuring production runs smoothly and safely at all times.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Forklift Driver
* Carry out daily FLT start-up checks and report any issues to the Shift Manager.
* Ensure production lines are fully stocked with the correct materials to maintain efficient operation.
* Store unused or old materials in the appropriate designated areas.
* Complete palletiser changeovers in line with the production schedule, resolving issues where possible and reporting downtime to the Shift Manager.
* Complete start-up checks on palletisers.
* Remove finished products from production lines and place them into the correct warehouse locations, ensuring all products are correctly identified and labelled.
* Scan pallets of finished stock in line with company training procedures.
* Manage part pallets at the start and end of production runs, relocating them to warehouse storage and adjusting pallet quantities accurately.
* Remove all waste from production lines and dispose of it in the correct recycling areas.
* Load and unload lorries as required.
* Adhere to all health and safety procedures and company policies at all times.
Requirements
* Valid counterbalance FLT licence (essential)
* Previous experience in a production or warehouse environment (preferred)
* Ability to work rotating day and night shifts
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to health & safety