Logistics/ Forklift Operator

Slough, England, gb

Logistics/Forklift Operator
Location: Slough, UK
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary/ Benefits
* Shift work (2 or 3 shift model depending on business needs) - 42.5 hour week, paid 40 hour , 30 mins unpaid lunch
* 2 shifts (6am - 2.30pm / 1.30pm - 10pm)
3 shifts (6am - 2.30pm / 1.30pm - 10pm / 9.30pm - 6am)

* Salary hourly £13.92 - £14.76 depending on experience and number of licences
* Yearly salary including shift £28,.60 to £30,.80
* 25 days holiday
* Onsite carparking
* Great progression opportunities

Are you an experienced Logistics/Forklift Operator looking for a new opportunity in the manufacturing industry? Our client, a leading organisation in the field, is seeking a skilled operator to join their dynamic logistics team.
Responsibilities:
* Follow all Health & Safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
* Report any Health & Safety issues to your line manager promptly.
* Issue material to the line side efficiently.
* Use Syteline procedures to ensure proper handling of materials.
* Collect bulk material from the machines and locate it in the designated areas.
* Conduct weekly stock checks of bulk material to maintain accurate inventory.
* Move material for quality technicians and supervisors as required.
* Sort waste into the correct waste stream to contribute to a sustainable environment.
* Communicate with the warehouse and logistics manager regarding waste collection needs.
* Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of the yard and line side.
* Load waste material onto appropriate collection vehicles.
* Complete all necessary paperwork for collections, deliveries, and Goods In.
* Ensure all finished goods are checked, packed, and loaded as per the collection schedule.
* Assist with Goods-In loading, booking, and put away.
* Keep all equipment clean, tidy, and report any issues.
* Be open to other tasks as requested by your line manager.
Essential Skills and Characteristics:
* Be a flexible individual who is adaptable to different work situations.
* Possess good communication skills in both written and spoken English.
* Hold valid forklift counterbalance, reach, and pivot/Bendi certificates.
* Have the ability to lift up to 20 Kgs.
* Work well independently as well as part of a team.
* Excel at multitasking and prioritise tasks efficiently.
* Possess basic computer knowledge.
* Ability to read, understand, and follow Standard Operating Procedures.
* Willingness to work in a shift model (2 or 3 shifts), totaling 42.5 hours per week (paid 40 hours).
* Flexibility to work overtime on weekends, if required.
Location and Relationships:
* This position is based at our client's facility in Slough, UK.
* You will be an individual contributor with no supervisory responsibility.
Key Initiatives:
* Adhere to the organisation's core values.
* Complete company-provided safety and quality training.
* Compete the ERP systems training to ensure efficient workflow.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for growth and development within our client's organisation. Join their logistics team today and be part of a company committed to protecting, sealing, and delivering excellence in the manufacturing industry!
Note: This job advertisement is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract of employment.
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