KPI Recruiting are on the look out for a Forklift/ Baler Operative for our client based in Winsford.
The days and hours as a Forklift/ Bailer Operative are:
- Monday- Friday
- 08:00- 17:00
The rate of pay as a Forklift/ Bailer Operative is:
- £13.50 - £14.00 p/h (depending on experience)
The duties and responsibilities as a Forklift/ Bailer Operative are:
- Feed and sort materials: Manually or mechanically load cardboard, plastic, paper, or metal scrap into the baler hopper. Remove non-recyclable or hazardous items before processing to prevent contamination
- Machine execution: Safely operate horizontal or vertical baling machines to compress materials into tight, uniform cubes
- Bale tying and securing: Thread, tie off, and lock industrial bale wires around completed bundles to secure them
- Data tracking: Weigh finished bales, record metrics on summary sheets, and tag materials for inventory accuracy
- Pre-start inspections: Conduct daily checklist inspections on both the forklift and baler machinery, checking hydraulics, belts, and safety guards before starting work
- Report defects: Immediately report any machinery malfunctions, hydraulic leaks, or structural wear to supervisors
- Area maintenance: Maintain strict housekeeping standards in the baler room and loading docks, ensuring areas remain free of tripping and fire hazards
- Material handling: Operate industrial forklifts (counterbalance or clamp trucks) to move pallets, waste carts, and finished bales
- Loading & unloading: Safely load completed bales onto shipping trailers and unload inbound materials from distribution trucks
- Staging & storage: Organise and tier-stack compressed bales in the warehouse yard or storage bay to maximise space safely
The ideal candidate for a Forklift/ Bailer Operative would need:
- Previous experience as a Bailer Operative and Forklift Operative
- Counterbalance Forklift License (essential)
- Ability to work well individually or in a team environment
- Good time keeping skills
- Good attention to detail
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Forklift/ Bailer Operative in Winsford employer: Kpi-Recruiting-Ltd
KPI Recruiting Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and professional development. Located in Telford, employees benefit from a dynamic environment where they can enhance their HR skills while contributing to meaningful projects within the senior leadership team. With opportunities for growth and a focus on employee well-being, this role promises a rewarding experience for those looking to make a difference in HR administration.
