At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate a forklift, stack boxes, and support production activities in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join a leading retailer in the pet food industry with a strong team spirit.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and a chance to gain valuable experience.
- Other info: Night shifts available with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and contribute to the production of quality pet food.
- Qualifications: Experience as a counterbalance FLT driver and a commitment to safety.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 33600 £ per year.
Location: Crick, Northampton
Hours: Monday to Friday 10pm-6am
Rate: Day Shift: Night Shift: 16.78
Contract: Temporary
Our client is a large retailer in the pet food industry and is actively recruiting for an experienced FLT counterbalance driver. As a Production Forklift Operator, you will be trained to support the Team while the production line is running. The role can be repetitive and includes stacking boxes onto pallets, supporting packing activities on the line, and operating a forklift to transport raw materials, packaging, and finished goods across the site. You will also wrap pallets, use the stock control system, and maintain a clean and safe working environment, particularly during product changeovers and line downtime.
Key Responsibilities- Take full accountability for quality, output, and housekeeping within your working area during your shift.
- Work safely and effectively at all times to help minimise incidents and near misses.
- Record and correctly cover any unused product to reduce the risk of contamination.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and follow a clean as you go approach.
- Report equipment issues, damage, or faults immediately to the Team Captain.
- Ensure correct PPE is worn at all times.
- Use safe manual handling techniques when working on and around production lines.
- Collect required packaging materials (e.g., boxes, film, labels) and deliver them to the relevant production line.
FLT Driver - Counterbalance employer: Gi Group
As a leading retailer in the pet food industry, our company offers a dynamic work environment in Crick, Northampton, where employees are valued and supported. We prioritise safety and cleanliness while providing opportunities for growth and development within a collaborative team culture. Join us for a rewarding experience with competitive pay and the chance to contribute to a meaningful product that enhances the lives of pets and their owners.
