Counterbalance Forklift Driver

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Forklift Driver - Counterbalance</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Location: Maldon</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Hours: 8:00am – 4:15pm</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Pay: £14.50 per hour</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Contract: 6-month fixed-term contract</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Our client is a busy manufacturing and distribution business, and due to continued growth, are looking to recruit a Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join their team on an initial 6 month fixed term contract.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced forklift driver to join a busy operation where</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">you will play an important role in ensuring products are handled, stored and dispatched safely, accurately and efficiently.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Responsibilities:</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Regularly operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Complete daily Forklift Truck safety checks and report any faults or issues.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Pick products accurately and efficiently to meet operational</span></li>

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<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements.</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Support the packing operation by ensuring packaging materials are readily available.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Complete stock rotation in line with site procedures and standards.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Report any stock damage to the relevant manager and move damaged goods to the appropriate quarantine area.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Carry out pre-loading and unloading vehicle inspections.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ensure visiting drivers follow all site rules and procedures.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Load vehicles safely and ensure products are not damaged during loading.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Transfer products between pallets as required.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Load and unload vehicles and containers.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Maintain effective communication with drivers, hauliers, colleagues and management.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ensure products are dispatched with the correct documentation.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Complete weekly cleaning schedules and maintain accurate records.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, quality, hygiene and housekeeping at all times.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Take reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others in the workplace.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Follow all company policies, procedures and legal</span></li>

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<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements relating to Health & Safety.</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Skills & Experience Required</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The successful candidate will ideally have:</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Previous experience working within a busy manufacturing or warehouse environment</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A good understanding of manufacturing, Health & Safety processes and relevant legislation.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Proven experience operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A valid & accredited Counterbalance Forklift Licence</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A valid driving licence.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Experience using warehouse scanners would be advantageous.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A strong focus on Health & Safety, accuracy and attention to detail.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>The ability to work effectively as part of a busy team.</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working Hours</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The role is initially offered on a 6 month fixed term contract, working:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Monday to Friday 8:00am – 4:15pm</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">If the role becomes permanent following successful completion of the fixed term period,</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">you will be required to work a rotating shift pattern.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Please call the team for more information</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">CSS does not discriminate against potential candidates based on race, colour, religion, and other protected classes. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion so are keen to encourage a diverse range of people to apply for the job. If you are invited to attend an interview, please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments</p>