Forklift Driver

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment are currently recruiting for Warehouse Operatives to join a growing team at a well-established manufacturing and distribution business based in Lutterworth.

Following significant expansion and the relocation of their Head Office and Distribution Centre, our client is building a new warehouse team and is looking for reliable and experienced individuals to join them on a permanent basis.

The Role

As a Warehouse Operative, you will be responsible for ensuring workloads are completed safely, efficiently and productively, while supporting the wider warehouse operation.

Duties will include:

• Loading and unloading containers and trailers carrying heavy materials
• Operating a forklift to move and position materials safely
• Using a gantry crane to handle heavy materials
• Moving stock around the warehouse
• Inspecting stock and reporting any damage
• Recording stock movements using a mobile terminal
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organised working environment
• Working as part of a new team to achieve departmental and facility objectives

Hours & Salary

• £30,500 per annum
• 42.5 hours per week
• Monday – Friday
• Shift pattern: 06:30 – 16:00 or 08:00 – 17:30
• Permanent position

Benefits

• Private healthcare
• Private annual health check
• Pension salary sacrifice scheme
• Will writing service
• Free on-site parking
• Electric vehicle charging available
• 26 days holiday + bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous warehouse experience
• Must hold a valid Counterbalance FLT licence
• Experience operating a forklift in a busy warehouse environment
• Comfortable handling and moving heavy materials
• Gantry crane experience would be advantageous
• Good understanding of health and safety within a warehouse environment
• Reliable, safety-conscious and able to work effectively as part of a team

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