Forklift Operator

Thame Source: WhatJobs

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The Role

OJ Digital is recruiting an experienced Forklift Operator / Warehouse Operative for an established distribution business based in Thame, Oxfordshire.

You’ll work across the transport yard and warehouse, supporting the morning pallet network operation. This is a hands-on position involving forklift operations, loading and unloading vehicles, preparing freight for delivery and supporting the wider transport team.

We’re looking for someone who already has experience working within a warehouse, distribution, logistics or transport environment and can quickly become a productive member of the operation.

Load and unload vehicles safely and efficiently
Move and collect freight between the warehouse, yard and vehicles
Scan and label incoming pallets accurately
Ensure freight is allocated to the correct vehicles
Identify and upscale any labelling, scanning or allocation issues
Use warehouse and pallet network systems
Communicate effectively with drivers, colleagues, depots and customers
Support the wider transport and warehouse operation as required
Maintain high standards of Health & Safety
Previous experience within a warehouse, distribution, logistics or transport environment
Ideally, experience operating a Counterbalance Forklift
A current Counterbalance Forklift licence is highly advantageous
Experience loading and unloading vehicles or handling palletised freight would be beneficial
Comfortable working in a busy, hands-on warehouse and yard environment
Confident using basic computerised warehouse or logistics systems
Reliable, flexible and able to work effectively as part of a team
Good communication skills and a strong approach to Health & Safety
45 hours per week
Monday to Friday
Hours between approximately 6:30am and 4:30pm , with a one-hour lunch break
22 days' annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays