Forklift Driver

  • Location: Melton Mowbray
  • Posted on: 2025-10-23 11:50:09
  • Company: Company name not provided
  • Experience: From No experience range provided to No experience range provided years

Job Description

Join our client, a leading manufacturing company as an FLT Driver/Production Operative.

In this role, you will drive a Counterbalance FLT, unload and load pallets of raw meat, operate machinery, and maintain hygiene standards.

You'll work as part of a dedicated team to ensure all standards and housekeeping are maintained.
• Fantastic perks including restaurant and break-out areas.
• Free parking.
• Weekly pay.
• Great transport links.
• Full PPE provided.
• Possibilities of long-term career progression for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:
• Drive a Counterbalance FLT to unload and load pallets from lorries.
• Operate machinery, including mixers and power washers.
• Feed materials onto production lines.
• Carry out quality checks and complete associated paperwork.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Work as part of a team, ensuring all standards and housekeeping are maintained.
• Some manual handling may be required.

What we're looking for:

- Current FLT licence (Note: You will be required to undertake and pass an FLT assessment).
• Experience operating a Counterbalance FLT.
• Basic machine operating experience.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to quality standards.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Working Pattern:

- Contract Type: Temporary, with the possibility of long-term career progression.

- Hourly Rate: £12.78

- Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off, 7am-7pm/7pm-7am.