Forklift Driver/Warehouse Operator in Leicester

Forklift Driver/Warehouse Operator in Leicester

Leicester Full-Time 13 - 13 £ / hour (est.) No working from home possible
Thorn Baker Industrial

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join a team managing goods storage and loading in a busy warehouse.
  • Company: Established manufacturing business with a supportive work environment.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, discounted staff shop, life assurance, and private healthcare.
  • Other info: Afternoon shifts available; access to transport needed due to limited public transport.
  • Why this job: Gain valuable experience in a dynamic role with potential for permanent employment.
  • Qualifications: Experience in warehouse roles and forklift operation required.

The predicted salary is between 13 - 13 £ per hour.

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment are looking for an experienced Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver to work for a well-established manufacturing business based in Rothley, LE7, Leicestershire. This is expected to be a temp to perm position.

The Job:

  • They are looking for an experienced Warehouse Operative to work in their Finished Goods team.
  • You will be responsible for working in a team to manage the goods storage in the warehouse and to prepare the loading area to fulfil production demands.
  • You will have a number of other tasks and responsibilities to adhere to which can include:
    • Moving pallets around the facility.
    • Preparing loading areas in line with loading schedule documentation.
    • Identifying and reporting any damages or quantity issues.
    • Loading trucks if needed.
    • Operating a forklift and other MHE equipment once trained after being signed off to do so.
    • Stock taking when required.
    • Keeping on top of housekeeping.

Shift: Afternoons, Monday to Friday

Salary: £13ph

The Person:

  • Proven experience in a warehouse or manufacturing role.
  • Previous experience driving either a Reach or Counterbalance forklift and National licence.
  • Experience working with clamp would be an advantage.
  • Happy to work on either a morning shift or afternoon shift.
  • Access to own transport due to lack of public transport at certain shift times.

Extra Benefits:

The company offers some great employment benefits once you are with them - these include discounted staff shop, life assurance, attendance bonus, pension scheme, private healthcare and more (please note some are available after 1 years full employment, others available upon successful completion of probation).

Forklift Driver/Warehouse Operator in Leicester employer: Thorn Baker Industrial

Thorn Baker is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and success of its employees within a dynamic and supportive team environment. With structured training, ongoing mentoring, and exciting incentives, you'll have the opportunity to thrive in your recruitment career while enjoying a vibrant work culture filled with team socials and celebrations. Located in Nottingham, this role offers a unique chance to build strong client relationships and make a meaningful impact in the industrial recruitment sector.

Thorn Baker Industrial

Contact Details:

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Forklift Driver/Warehouse Operator in Leicester

Forklift Operation
Warehouse Management
Goods Storage Management
Loading Area Preparation
Pallet Movement
Damage Reporting
Stock Taking