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Warehouse Forklift Operator

Norwich
£28,314 per annum
Permanent
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Select Recruitment Specialists Ltd

Warehouse Forklift Operative

Permanent | Excellent Benefits | Norwich outskirts, Norfolk | £28,314 per year (£13.61/hr)

We have a great opportunity for an experienced Forklift Operator to join an established company located on the outskirts on Norwich on a permanent basis!

The Role

This is a hands-on role with plenty of variety - from supplying production lines and loading lorries to managing stock and picking orders. You'll be operating Counterbalance and Reach trucks as part of a well-run warehouse and production team on the outskirts of Norwich

Shifts rotate across 6am–2pm and 2pm–10pm with occasional nights (10pm–6am).

What You'll Be Doing

  • Collecting freshly produced pallets and putting them into stock
  • Supplying goods to production lines
  • Loading and unloading lorries
  • Putting away pallet stock into racking
  • Picking orders by pallet or case using a computerised system
  • Operating palletisers and wrapping machines
  • Re-stacking, rebuilding and wrapping pallets as required
  • Stock control, stock takes, daily forklift checks and general warehouse duties

About You

  • Valid Counterbalance forklift licence from a nationally recognised authority - recently lapsed certificates are accepted. Reach truck certification advantageous
  • Proven experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or production environment
  • Flexible to work rotating shifts, including occasional nights
  • Own transport is essential due to the site location
  • Good computer skills and understanding of warehouse stock control
  • Reliable, detail-focused, and a strong team communicator
  • Committed to the highest health & safety standards

Benefits

  • Weekly pay, with breaks included in salary
  • Annual profit-share bonus scheme - 10% of profits (non-contractual)
  • 6.2 weeks paid holiday per year, including bank holidays
  • Option to purchase up to one additional week's holiday (non-contractual)
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Life cover at 2× salary
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Company sick pay after qualifying period
  • Company workwear provided
  • EV charging on site
  • Free winter flu jabs
  • Staff discounts on company products
  • Employee forum supporting engagement and communication

If this permanent opportunity sounds like the right move for you, apply now or contact Lewis at Select Recruitment for more information!

Job Type: Permanent

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Job ID: 225135802

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