About Us
Bedfordshire Growers is a large farming cooperative established in 1963. Started by a group of like-minded growers producing Brassica crops in the fertile soils of Bedfordshire. By the mid-70s Bedfordshire Growers was one of the foremost producers of Brussel Sprouts.
In 1980 Bedfordshire Growers started to commercially grow onions, initially Brown Onions followed by being the first company to introduce Red Onions to the UK.
Today Bedfordshire Growers is one of the largest onion packing companies in the UK. Packing onions for supermarket and wholesale trade.
The Role
We have opportunities for licenced forklift operatives to join our busy Operations Department. Working in our Yard, you will be operating a forklift truck moving stacks of pallets around the site, loading and unloading lorries and general site maintenance.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate a forklift to move product
* Load and unload trucks using a forklift
* Perform routine equipment inspections and report any maintenance or repair needs
* Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines while operating the forklift
Key Requirements
* Previous experience as a Forklift Operator with an in-date counter-balance licence.
* Ability to safely operate a forklift and other material handling equipment.
* Ability to work quickly and methodically.
* Good team working and practical skills.
* Understanding of health and safety and hygiene policies in the workplace.
* Able to communicate and understand instructions.
Bedfordshire Growers is an equal opportunities employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.34 per hour
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Store discount
Experience:
* Yard/Forklift: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Counterbalance Forklift Licence (required)
Work Location: In person