Flt Counterbalance Driver

Forklift Driver

Location: Coventry, CV64
Pay Rate: £14.50 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Shift Pattern

Successful candidates will initially work a day shift of 8:00am to 5:00pm. At a later stage, the role will transition to a rotating 3-shift pattern, although no confirmed date has been set:

* 6:00am to 2:00pm

* 2:00pm to 10:00pm

* 10:00pm to 6:00am

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Forklift Driver to join a busy manuafacturing and warehouse operation. You will be responsible for the safe transportation and storage of tyres, rims, finished assemblies, and other materials throughout the production facility, ensuring components are delivered efficiently and customer deliveries are loaded accurately and on time.

When required, you will also support the manufacturing team with production and quality-related tasks.

Key Responsibilities

* Safely operate a forklift truck in accordance with company procedures and health & safety regulations.

* Conduct daily pre-use checks and ensure forklifts are clean and in good working condition at the start of each shift.

* Load and unload incoming and outgoing deliveries.

* Store goods correctly in designated warehouse locations following storage procedures.

* Retrieve materials for production requirements and customer orders.

* Record goods accurately within the warehouse management system.

* Follow scanning and stock recording procedures to maintain inventory accuracy.

* Identify, label and report defective pallets and load carriers.

* Carry out quantity checks on incoming and outgoing goods.

* Assist with stock takes and inventory management activities.

* Issue delivery documentation for empty containers where required.

* Maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout the warehouse and work areas.

* Support planning teams by reporting discrepancies, delays, and stock-related issues.

* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements.

Candidate Requirements

* Minimum 1 year's forklift driving experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.

* Valid and externally accredited forklift licence/certificates are essential.

* In-house certificates cannot be accepted.

* Strong awareness of health and safety procedures.

* Experience using warehouse management systems and scanning equipment is advantageous.

* Reliable, organised, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

* Willingness to work rotating shifts when required.

What We Offer

* Competitive pay rate of £14.50 per hour.

* Stable, long-term opportunity within a busy manufacturing environment.

* Training and development opportunities.

* Supportive team environment.

To apply, please submit your CV along with proof of your valid forklift certification. Only candidates with externally accredited and verifiable certificates will be considered
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed