£12.44/hr
Chelmsford, England
Contract, Variable

Forklift Operative/Warehouse - Temp-Perm

Posted by Adecco .

Job Title: Forklift Driver/Warehouse Operative

Location: Outskirts Chelmsford

Remuneration: £12 - £12.44 per hour

Contract Details: Temp To Perm

Responsibilities:

  • Picking stock & getting ready for dispatch
  • Stock replenishment using a pump truck
  • Movement of stock from the goods-in area to overstocks, picking/packing
  • General warehouse maintenance, keeping all locations and aisles free of debris
  • Health & Safety compliance
  • Unloading containers

Our client, a leading distribution company, is seeking a skilled Forklift Driver/Warehouse Operative to join their team. With a strong emphasis on attention to detail and good communication skills, you will play a crucial role in keeping the operations running smoothly.

As a Forklift Driver/Warehouse Operative, you will be responsible for picking stock and loading to pallets for dispatch. You will also handle stock replenishment's using a pump truck and ensure that the warehouse is well-maintained and clutter-free. Compliance with health and safety regulations is of utmost importance in this role. Additionally, you will be expected to assist in unloading containers as needed.

To excel in this role, you must possess a Counterbalance Licence (Not In-house). Good communication skills, ability to prioritise workloads, and familiarity with health and safety procedures are essential. Working well in a small team is crucial, as is a can-do attitude. A full driving licence is necessary due to the location, as employees are required to commute to and from work.

Previous experience in a warehouse setting is preferred, as heavy lifting is required on a daily basis. Our client values reliability, flexibility, and trustworthiness. You should be able to adapt quickly to the fast-paced, active environment where effective communication is key.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to work as a Forklift Driver/Warehouse Operative with a highly regarded distribution company, apply now!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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