Warehouse Operator & Forklift Driver
Location: Duxford, Cambridgeshire
Salary: £30,000 – £33,000 (including shift allowance)
Hours: Full Time | 40 hours/week | Monday–Friday | Rotating Shifts: 6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm
Interview Dates: Starting Friday 24th October
The Opportunity
A leading global manufacturer is seeking a reliable and experienced Warehouse Operator & Forklift Driver to join their fast-paced, safety-focused distribution site in Duxford. This role is vital to ensuring efficient and accurate handling of raw materials and finished goods across production and packing operations.
Key Responsibilities
Safely unload and store raw materials to minimise damage and optimise warehouse space
Pick and deliver raw materials and packaging according to production schedules
Collect and put away finished products
Operate forklift trucks and palletisers accurately and safely (60–70% of role)
Complete cycle counts to maintain accurate stock records and minimise production risk
Ensure timely execution of the dispatch plan to meet on-time delivery targets
Maintain a clean, well-organised warehouse environment in line with 5S principles
Take part in daily team briefings and support continuous improvement initiatives
What We're Looking For
A valid forklift licence (Counterbalance, Reach or VNA)
Previous warehouse experience (chemical sector experience beneficial)
Benefits
Financial:
£14.52 – £15.24 per hour (including shift allowance)
Overtime paid at 2x on Saturdays, 2.5x on Sundays
12% employer pension contribution
Guaranteed annual payment + performance bonus
Work-Life Balance & Support:
26 days holiday + 8 bank holidays + 1 additional day for your birthday (capped at 29)
Private health insurance and employee assistance programme (including online GP, mental health, physiotherapy)
Cycle to work scheme and free on-site parking
Training & Development:
Forklift training fully covered
Access to over 10,000 e-learning courses
Regular site-wide learning and development days
Clear pathways for progression into Team Leader, Production, or Engineering roles