FLT Driver / Warehouse Operative

Burnley, England, gb

We are seeking a Forklift truck driver / warehouse operative for our client located in Burnley, Lancashire.  You must hold an in-date FLT Counterbalance license to be considered for this role .

Our client is a leader in their industry of logistics distribution, boasting a fantastic group of people, with a great work environment and culture, and are looking to add people with the right work ethic to their team.

This is a full-time role, with duties split between general warehouse duties and operating an FLT.

Working hours: Mon-Thurs - 07:30 to 16:30 / Fri – 07:30 to 12:30
Rate of pay: £12.06 ph


General responsibilities:

- Manual handling
- Operating a forklift
- Working in a team environment
- Working in a safe manner
- Processing paperwork - as required
- Operating Customer IT-systems - as required
- Working within a physically demanding environment
- Achievement of daily delivery target of materials in an accurate and timely manner


Job role:

- Carrying out operational tasks as requested in order to achieve departmental and site objectives
- Reacting to change due to operational and client requirements and carrying out duties in a professional and timely fashion
- Ensuring the correct handling of all client products is carried out at all stages within the Warehouse
- Completing all relevant documentation as required in order to provide a quality service to our client and, therefore, contributing to greater operational efficiency
- Be committed to continuous development in line with operational needs, constantly striving for increased efficiency, productivity and growth


Skills / Experience required:

- FLT Counterbalance license (in date)
- Warehouse experience
- Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules
- Ability to read, understand and follow directions/instructions
- Ability to count accurately and to perform simple math calculations
- Have appropriate hand, eye and foot co-ordination to effectively use mechanical handling equipment
- Ability to move product which may require bending, stretching, stooping, stepping, reaching and/or lifting, in line with Health & Safety regulations


Click apply or call Pertemps Lancashire on 01254 949 810 to register your interest.