Forklift Driver - Counterbalance
Bedford
£24,962 + Shift premium of £3,288.96 - £28,250.96 per annum
4 on 4 off, rotational days 6am to 6pm and nights 6pm to 6am
Our client based in Bedford are seeking a Forklift Driver to join their team on a permanent basis. In this role you will support all forklift operations during shifts and assist with packing as needed, ensuring optimal efficiency, and delivering excellent customer service. Ensure the proper movement of goods to designated locations, adhering to Health and Safety regulations. Maintain compliance with housekeeping procedures, and handle the stacking, maintenance, and securing of goods according to company and client standards.
Qualifications: A valid forklift license is required for this role; your licence must be accredited by a nationally recognised provider!
Responsibilities:
- Comprehend and adhere to all packaging codes and formats.
- Identify and report faults in packaging machinery.
- Work towards daily production targets.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in work areas consistently.
- Utilize forklift to remove completed pallets from Production Lines and load trucks when required.
- Follow relevant procedures and policies.
- Conduct stitcher checks.
- Ensure traceability through the scanning system.
- Implement good Health & Safety practices consistently.
- Label and wrap completed pallets.
- Pack on production lines as necessary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- High accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong relationship-building skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Treat others with dignity and respect.
- Strive to provide the highest quality service to both internal and external customers.
If you have the necessary skills and expereince please apply now!
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