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Counterbalance Forklift Driver
The Recruitment Co.
Great Torrington
On-site
GBP 40,000 - 60,000
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Job summary
An established industry player is seeking a skilled Forklift Driver to join their dynamic team in a bustling warehouse environment. This role involves safely operating forklifts to move goods, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. You'll be responsible for stacking and unstacking pallets, packaging shipments, and maintaining equipment. With a Monday to Friday schedule, this position offers a stable work-life balance. If you're passionate about logistics and safety, this opportunity is perfect for you to thrive in a supportive workplace while making a significant impact on operations.
Benefits
On site canteen
Free parking
Own car required due to lack of public transport
Qualifications
- Must possess a valid counterbalance forklift license.
- Experience in warehouse operations and safety protocols is essential.
Responsibilities
- Safely maneuver forklifts in busy environments and stack goods.
- Regularly check equipment and ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Package and prepare goods for transport efficiently.
Skills
Forklift Operation
Health and Safety Compliance
Inventory Management
Packaging Skills
Education
Counterbalance Forklift License
Job description
A Forklift Driver is responsible for moving goods, loaded pallets and equipment safely and securely. In addition to driving forklifts, a Forklift Driver also has a range of other warehouse duties such as packaging shipments or checking inventories. A Forklift Driver's primary duties and responsibilities include:
- Manoeuvring forklifts safely in busy industrial environments
- Safely stacking and unstacking large quantities of goods onto shelves or pallets
- Moving goods from storage areas to loading areas for transport
- Unloading deliveries and safely relocating the goods to their designated storage areas
- Ensuring that forklift driving areas are free from spills or obstructions
- Regularly checking forklift equipment for faults or damages
- Using industrial plastic wraps and wooden pallets to safely stack and package goods for transport
- Keeping up to date on health and safety requirements and forklift operating procedures
- Consolidating partial pallets for incoming goods
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 7.30am - 4.30pm
Additional Information:
- On site canteen
- Free parking
- You will need to have your own car as no public transport available to the site
- Counter balance licence required
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