Forklift Driver - Wakefield

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We are hiring Counterbalance Drivers with double handler experience in Wakefield! (mandatory)

Our client manufactures, distributes, sells and markets some of the world's strongest brands in non-alcoholic beverages. It is a leading Western European marketer, distributor, and producer of bottles and cans of non-alcoholic refreshment.

Job title: Forklift driver
Job type: Temporary - Ongoing
Location: Wakefield, WF2 0XR
Pay rate: £14.92/ hour, going up to £16.58/ hour after 12 weeks
Shift pattern: 3 on 3 off
Shift timings: 07:00 - 19:00 or 19:00 - 07:00 (Must be flexible adhering to business requirements)
Start date: Immediate

Full training will be provided.

The eligible candidate must have minimum 6 months experience as a FLT counterbalance driver and an in-date license.

Key Responsibilities:

To operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries, and move them to and from storage areas.
Previous experience using double pallet/load handlers
Locating and moving pallets of stock and loading trucks ready for client delivery
Maintaining safety and housekeeping standards at all times
Reporting on any damages to stock or the vehicle
Keep appropriate records and reports to maintain tight inventory control and security.
Working safely and on time to achieve productivity targets
Moving finished goods around the warehouse using SAP
Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse. Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety
Store the pallets in the ASRS Warehouse
Unload vehicles delivering full goods into the ASRS warehouse
Some manual handling may be required to rebuild damaged pallets
Requirements:

Must have a minimum of 6 months experience as a FLT counterbalance driver and an in-date license
Recent experience of driving using double handler is mandatory (Preferably loading/unloading experience)
Adhering to a Site SOP
Physically demanding role - being on feet for longer time
Health & safety is really important to our business so we are looking for someone who values and can demonstrate responsible attitude to Health & Safety standards.
Able to manage their own time to achieve daily targets
Must be a team player who is capable of working on their own initiative
Must be flexible in approach to work and shift patterns
Benefits:

Access to Randstad Happi benefits scheme which includes 100's of high street discounts, gym membership and much more!
Employee Assistance Programme / Wellbeing Support
Flexible shift patterns
Paid breaks
Free soft drinks and hot drinks on site
Free parking
Internal training and development
Weekly pay
Pay increase after 3 months
Access to permanent vacancies
We are an equal opportunites company that embraces and encourages people of all genders/faith/ethnicity etc. So apply now and our dedicated team will contact you to discuss further

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