Forklift Driver

Christianaid; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable organization in the UK is seeking forklift drivers to join its team at a Fresh potato factory in Abernethy. The role involves loading production lines, moving boxes, and conducting daily checks to ensure safety compliance. Experience in forklift operation is essential, while training for a counterbalance license is provided. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including bonuses and annual leave, creating a supportive work environment for all employees.

Benefits

£50 additional shift bonus

2 weeks company sick pay

Life assurance policy

Critical illness cover

6 weeks annual leave

Employee assistance platform

Employer pension contributions

Discounts to retailers

Wellbeing initiatives

Free Parking

Free Potatoes

Qualifications

• Experience driving a forklift is essential.
• Valid counterbalance license preferred but not essential.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Load production lines with raw material as per daily production plan.
• Move boxes to and from storage areas.
• Undertake daily pre-start checks and report defects.

Skills

Forklift driving experience

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Counterbalance forklift

Job description

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Shift Options

• WK1: Mon - Wed 06:00-18:00 & Sun 06:00-17:00 / WK2: Mon - Tue 06:00-18:00 & Sun 06:00-17:00
• WK1: Thu - Fri 06:00-18:00 & Sat 06:00-17:00 / WK2: Wed - Fri 06:00-18:00 & Sat 06:00-17:00

We are looking for forklift drivers to join the team at our Fresh potato factory in Abernethy. You will play a key role in our production process ensuring tatties make it to supermarket shelves.

At Branston we recognise that people are what make our operations possible, and regularly review our benefits package. At present we offer:

• £50 additional shift bonus
• 2 weeks company sick pay
• Life assurance policy
• Critical illness cover
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Employee assistance platform, giving you & your family free access to private health professionals.
• Employer pension contributions
• Discounts to a range of popular retailers
• Work Anniversaries and employee recognition schemes
• Seasonal benefits such as Christmas hampers & Easter eggs
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Free Parking
• Free Potatoes

To be our next forklift driver you will have experience driving a forklift; a valid counterbalance license is desirable, however not essential, as we have training opportunities on site. The role is varied and can be fast paced. Examples of the duties will include:

• Loading production lines with raw material as per daily production plan.
• Moving boxes to and from storage areas.
• Undertake daily pre-start checks, reporting any defects to team leader promptly.
• Be a role model for H&S, ensuring all tasks are carried out in line with company procedures.