Line Loader / FLT Driver

Manpower; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Dewsbury is seeking reliable individuals for the role of Production Operative / Line Loader. The position offers rotating shifts with a starting pay of £14.04 per hour, increasing to £15.23 after 12 weeks. Candidates must have an FLT Counterbalance licence for the Line Loader role and should possess previous production or warehouse experience. This is a full-time, ongoing contract with the possibility of permanent employment for the right candidates.

Benefits

Full-time regular hours

Opportunity for overtime

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous production or warehouse experience is preferred.
• FLT Counterbalance licence required for Line Loader position.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work well within a team.

Responsibilities

• Packing orders and preparing products for dispatch.
• Feeding machines and monitoring their operation.
• Loading production lines with raw materials.
• Transporting goods using FLT Counterbalance trucks.
• Performing routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

FLT Counterbalance licence

Production experience

Warehouse experience

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Production Operative / Line Loader (with FLT counterbalance licences)

Location: Dewsbury

Working Hours - Rotating Shifts:

• Morning Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Monday to Thursday), 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Friday)
• Afternoon Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Monday to Thursday), 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Friday)
• Total Weekly Hours: 39 hours

Pay Rates:

• Rotating Shift: £14.04 per hour
• Pay Rise: After 12 weeks of service to £15.23 p/h

PLEASE NOTE: Due to shift times and location, you MUST have your own transport or live within walking distance.

Job Overview

Our client, a leading manufacturing company based in Dewsbury, is looking for reliable, hard-working individuals to join their team on a long-term, ongoing contract. We're currently recruiting for Production Operatives and Line Loaders. The ideal candidates will have previous production or warehouse experience. For the Line Loader role, a valid FLT Counterbalance licence is essential. Full training will be provided for all other aspects of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Packing orders and preparing products for dispatch
• Feeding machines and monitoring their operation
• Loading production lines with raw materials (Line Loader role)
• Transporting goods and materials using FLT Counterbalance trucks (Line Loader role)
• Performing routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure product standards
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment on the production shop floor
• Supporting other tasks on the production line as required

Requirements

• Previous production or warehouse experience is preferred
• FLT Counterbalance licence required for Line Loader position
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work well within a team
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to health and safety standards
• Flexibility to work on rotating shifts
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail

Benefits

• Full-time, regular hours with the opportunity for overtime
• Ongoing contract with the possibility of permanent employment for the right candidates
• Pay increase after 12 weeks
• Supportive team environment

If you're looking for a stable, long-term role with a reputable company, and hold an FLT Counterbalance licence for Line Loading, we encourage you to apply today!