£14.55/hr to £16.17/hr
Wakefield, England
Temporary, Variable

Forklift Driver

Posted by Randstad RIS.

Are you an experienced FLT driver?

Do you see yourself as part of a large team working for a multinational global brand producing non-alcoholic beverages?

We have a great opportunity for FLT counterbalance drivers who would like to be part of a large team.

Our client manufactures, distributes, sells and markets some of the world's strongest brands in non-alcoholic beverages. It is a leading Western European marketer, distributor, and producer of bottles and can non-alcoholic refreshment.

Job title: FLT driver

Job type: Temporary - Ongoing

Location: Wakefield, WF2

Pay rate: £14.55/ hour, going up to £16.17/ hour after 12 weeks

Working days: Monday to Sunday

*Should be flexible to work on weekends

Working hours: 3 on 3 off (rotating days & nights)

Shift timings: 07:00 - 19:00 or 19:00 - 07:00

Start date: Immediate

*Full training will be provided.

*The eligible candidate must have minimum 6 months experience as a FLT counterbalance driver and an in-date license.

Benefits:

  • Access to Randstad Happi benefits scheme which includes 100's of high street discounts, gym membership and much more!
  • Employee Assistance Programme / Wellbeing Support
  • Flexible shift patterns
  • Paid breaks
  • Free soft drinks and hot drinks on site
  • Free parking
  • Internal training and development
  • Weekly pay
  • Pay increase after 3 months
  • Access to permanent vacancies

Key Responsibilities:

  • To operate powered industrial trucks to safety load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas.
  • Locating and moving pallets of stock and loading trucks ready for client delivery
  • Maintaining safety and housekeeping standards at all times
  • Reporting on any damages to stock or the vehicle
  • Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained.
  • Working safely and in a timely manner to achieve productivity targets
  • Moving finished goods around the warehouse using SAP
  • Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse. Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety
  • Store the pallets in the ASRS Warehouse
  • Unload vehicles delivering full goods into the ASRS warehouse
  • Some manual handling may be required to rebuild damaged pallets

Requirements:

  • Must have minimum 6 months experience as a FLT counterbalance driver and an in-date license
  • Recent experience of driving an FLT reach or double handler an advantage
  • Preferably loading/unloading experience
  • Must be flexible with the shift requirements
  • FLT drivers must have a strong understanding of the Health and Safety process and be able to work as part of a team to meet daily targets and deadlines
  • The successful applicant will have experience ideally within a fast paced FMCG or consumer goods environment.

Got a thirst for more? Apply now and our dedicated team will contact you to discuss further.

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