Warehouse Operator and Forklift Driver

Overview

Warehouse Operator & Forklift Driver

Location: Duxford, Cambridgeshire
Salary: £30,000 – £33,000 (including shift allowance)
Hours: Full Time | 40 hours/week | Monday–Friday | Rotating Shifts: 6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm
Interview Dates: Starting Friday 24th October

The Opportunity

A leading global manufacturer is seeking a reliable and experienced Warehouse Operator & Forklift Driver to join their fast-paced, safety-focused distribution site in Duxford. This role is vital to ensuring efficient and accurate handling of raw materials and finished goods across production and packing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely unload and store raw materials to minimise damage and optimise warehouse space
• Pick and deliver raw materials and packaging according to production schedules
• Collect and put away finished products
• Operate forklift trucks and palletisers accurately and safely (60–70% of role)
• Complete cycle counts to maintain accurate stock records and minimise production risk
• Ensure timely execution of the dispatch plan to meet on-time delivery targets
• Maintain a clean, well-organised warehouse environment in line with 5S principles
• Take part in daily team briefings and support continuous improvement initiatives

What We\’re Looking For

• A valid forklift licence (Counterbalance, Reach or VNA)
• Previous warehouse experience (chemical sector experience beneficial)

Benefits

Financial:

• £14.52 – £15.24 per hour (including shift allowance)
• Overtime paid at 2x on Saturdays, 2.5x on Sundays
• 12% employer pension contribution
• Guaranteed annual payment + performance bonus

Work-Life Balance & Support:

• 26 days holiday + 8 bank holidays + 1 additional day for your birthday (capped at 29)
• Private health insurance and employee assistance programme (including online GP, mental health, physiotherapy)
• Cycle to work scheme and free on-site parking

Training & Development:

• Forklift training fully covered
• Access to over 10,000 e-learning courses
• Regular site-wide learning and development days
• Clear pathways for progression into Team Leader, Production, or Engineering roles