Forklift Driver - 24-7 Recruitment Services Ltd : Job Details

We have an exciting opportunity for skilled ForkLift Driver to join a well-established family-run company located in Tewkesbury GL20 8JT.

They firmly believe that they can achieve greater success by working as a team, valuing each other, their staff, and customers, and managing everyone with empathy.

We are looking for people who want to learn and experience more. Our client offers excellent career advancement opportunities, with internal training available and multiple options to work within different departments. After 12 weeks, employees can also join their very own academy.

Benefits of working as a Forklift Driver in Tewkesbury:

• Long term work - Permanent placement after 12 successful weeks
• Weekly Pay up until your 12 weeks then monthly pay
• Access to online payslip portal
• Free on-site car parking
• PPE Work wear provided
• Dedicated account team
• Excellent training facilities onsite
• Great work / life balance
• Competitive salary with scope to train and advance
• 30 days' holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Additional day of holiday after 3 years' service
• Group personal pension scheme via Aviva (After 12 weeks)
• Health and wellbeing benefit with Simply Health (After 12 weeks)
• Cycle to work scheme (After 12 weeks)
• Discounted products, including doorstep delivery
• Regular social calendar of event

Hours:

Monday - Friday: Early Shift 0700 - 1630; Late Shift 0900 - Finish (approx. 1830)

Saturday: Early Shift 0700 - Finish Day off rotating on a 6-day pattern

† The above is an example only - a degree of flexibility is required

Pay:

Salary of £12.00 per hour Overtime paid at 1.5 after 12 weeks

Working as a Forklift Driver in Tewkesbury:

Working at the main Tewkesbury Depot in our Chilled Warehouse, our Counterbalance Forklift Drivers operate across the site from the factory floor to the glass fridge, chilled warehouse, and externally on the loading bays. Reporting to the Warehouse Manager and our Chilled Warehouse Supervisors, you will liaise with various departments across the business and our clients, to ensure distribution runs smoothly & any issues are dealt with quickly, efficiently, and professionally.

You will work accurately under pressure, operate your forklift safely and securely in line with our Three Moral Promises, and possess a desire to learn & develop. The role is physical and hands-on.

• Check goods in and ensure all goods are transported and/or unloaded in a safe and timely manner;
• To assist the Operatives in accurately picking customer orders, completing stock rotations and replenishing stock;
• Keep the Chilled Warehouse clean at all times providing a safe working environment ;
• To perform any other reasonable task as requested by more senior staff;
• Understand and comply with the Company's Health and Safety Policy Statement

Due to food hygiene regulations, only one solid wedding band is permitted. No earrings, studs, bracelets, necklaces, makeup, strong-smelling deodorants, or perfumes are permitted in the factory area (NO NUTS ON SITE)

Skills

• Forklift truck license and experience;
• Strong organisational skills with professional and clear communications skills;
• Positive attitude possessing high levels of commitment, motivation and flexibility;
• Have an eye for detail to ensure accuracy and precision;
• Possess strong numeracy skills;
• Ability to work flexibly to cover shifts and work to tight deadlines;
• Knowledge of Health and Safety and safe working practices.

Desirable:

• Experience working in the dairy or similar food production sector

If this job sounds like something you are interested in and would like to be considered for the role, please email me your CV to