Counterbalance Forklift Driver
5 days ago
Redditch
OB OPPORTUNITY: General Operative / FLT Counterbalance Operator Location: Redditch Salary: £12.98 – £16.23 per hour (Shift dependent) Position: Full-Time, Temp-to-Perm About the Role Are you looking for a stable role with a well-established manufacturing company in Redditch? We are currently recruiting a General Operative / FLT Counterbalance Driver to join a clean, safe, and structured production environment. Early Finish Every Friday on Day Shift! Shift Patterns & Pay Day Shift: £12.98 per hour Monday to Thursday: 7:00am – 4:00pm Friday: 7:00am – 12:00pm (Half day!) Late Shift: £16.23 per hour Monday to Thursday: 3:45pm – 2:00am Enjoy a 3-day weekend every week! Shift Flexibility: We welcome applications from candidates who can commit to either shift pattern. However, candidates who are fully flexible and able to work both shifts will be highly preferred. Key Responsibilities As a dual-skilled operative, you will split your time between production support and forklift operation, including: Safely operating a Counterbalance FLT to move, load, and unload stock Working on production lines packing, bottling, and labelling finished goods Following health, safety, and product handling procedures Maintaining cleanliness and organisation within warehouse and production areas Candidate Requirements A valid in-date FLT Counterbalance licence (RTITB / ITSSAR / AITT) Previous experience in a factory, production, or warehouse environment Reliable, punctual, and able to work well within a team Comfortable working in a regulated chemical batching and blending environment What We Offer Highly competitive hourly rates with clear shift premiums Excellent shift patterns – early Friday finish or a 3-day weekend * Long-term stability with genuine career progression opportunities