Forklift Truck Driver

Airport Placements; Hastings; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Forklift driver to join a client in the manufacturing industry in Hastings. The ideal candidate must hold a valid forklift license and have at least 1 year of experience in logistics. Key responsibilities include safely loading and unloading goods, maintaining cleanliness and organization in the warehouse, and operating stock management systems. This position offers 25 days of holiday plus your birthday off and a pension contribution match of up to 10%.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year + birthday off

10% pension contribution match

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid forklift license.
• At least 1 year of experience in a logistics environment.
• Counterbalance license is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely loading and unloading lorries.
• Organising stock to ensure efficient operations.
• Maintaining cleanliness in the Yard and Warehouse.

Skills

Forklift operation

Stock management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Computer-based stock management systems

Job description

HRGO Recruitment are seeking an experience Forklift driver to join our client's team in the manufacturing industry

The ideal candidate will hold a valid forklift license and be responsible for safely loading and unloading lorries, operating a forklift to move goods, and organising stock to ensure efficient site operations.

Main responsibilities

• To maintain the highest level of housekeeping in the Yard and Warehouse ensuring that:
• The Yard area is always kept organised
• Vehicles are loaded / un-loaded, safely, correctly and on time.
• Products / deliveries are clearly marked and identified with the correct paperwork
• Products have been picked and packed accurately as appropriate.
• Stock management and rotation is completed in line with Company Policy
• Stock placement and movements are correctly recorded on the system

Requirements

• Full valid FLT is required
• At least 1 years' experience working in a similar role within a logistics environment
• Counterbalance licence is desirable but not essential
• Driving licence is desirable but not essential
• Ability to operate computer-based stock management systems
• Demonstrable knowledge of handling and packing materials safely, to agreed procedures and keeping the workplace clean and tidy following health and safety processes
• Ability to retain knowledge of extensive product range, to accurately interpret product order paperwork
• Experience of accurate picking, packing and loading and preparation of goods for delivery.
• A team player with the ability to work on their own initiative
• 25 days holiday per year + your birthday off + bank holidays
• The company matches pension contribution up to 10%