Job Title: FLT Counterbalance Driver (Freezer)
Location: Wakefield
Pay Rate: £14.54 - £15.09 per hour
Department: Warehouse / Logistics
Reports To: Warehouse Supervisor / Logistics Manager
Job Purpose
To safely and efficiently operate a counterbalance forklift truck to handle, move, load, and store glass bottles and other fragile products within the warehouse and production environment, ensuring all goods are handled with care and in line with safety, quality, and operational standards. This role is working in a freezer. Temperatures around -25 degrees.
Key Responsibilities
Operate a counterbalance FLT safely and competently at all times
Load and unload glass bottles and fragile products from vehicles, racking, and production lines
Transport goods within the warehouse and production areas, ensuring stability and minimal risk of damage
Stack, store, and retrieve products accurately according to location plans and instructions
Conduct daily FLT checks and report any defects or maintenance issues immediately
Ensure all goods are handled in accordance with fragile handling procedures
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
Follow all health & safety, site rules, and risk assessments
Assist with stock control, pallet checks, and general warehouse duties as required
Work closely with warehouse, production, and quality teams to meet operational targets
Accurately complete paperwork or electronic records related to goods movements
Skills & Experience Required
Valid FLT Counterbalance licence (RTITB / ITSSAR or equivalent)
Picking Experience
Proven experience operating a counterbalance FLT in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
Experience handling fragile, high-value, or breakable products (essential)
Strong awareness of health & safety practices
Good attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure
Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
Physically fit and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Desirable Skills
Experience within the glass, packaging, or FMCG industry
Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS)
Experience working in production-supported warehouse environments
Working Hours
Days
Health & Safety
Due to the nature of glass and fragile products, strict adherence to safety procedures is es...
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