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Forklift Truck Driver

Job Reference: AB031220251636

Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain
Hastings, East Sussex
£0 - £31857 per annum
Permanent

Job title: Forklift Truck Driver

Location: Hastings

Salary: £31,857 P/a

Job type: Permanent

Working hours: Rotating shift pattern

  • Week 1: 6am-3pm
  • Week 2: 9am-6pm
  • Week 3: 2pm- 11pm

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

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days holiday per year + your birthday off + bank holidays
  • The company matches pension contribution up to 10%
  • Discretionary bonus scheme