Flt counterbalance
Job Title: FLT Counterbalance Operator
Department: Manufacturing / Production
Reports To: Warehouse Supervisor / Production Manager
Hourly rate: £13.36ph + £10 shift allowance per day
Shift Pattern: Monday to Thursday 2pm to 11pm & Friday 2pm to 6pm
Location: Huddersfield
Job Purpose
To safely operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck (FLT) within a manufacturing environment, ensuring the efficient movement of raw materials, finished goods, and production supplies while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and housekeeping.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate a Counterbalance FLT safely and efficiently in
accordance with company procedures and health & safety regulations.
- Load and unload vehicles, ensuring goods are handled correctly
and securely.
- Transport raw materials, components, and finished products
between production and storage areas.
- Supply production lines with materials and remove completed
goods.
- Carry out routine FLT safety checks and report any defects
promptly.
- Accurately complete stock movements using warehouse management
systems, scanners, or paperwork.
- Assist with stock control, inventory checks, and cycle counts.
- Ensure products are stored correctly and locations are
maintained accurately.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
- Support general warehouse and manufacturing duties as required.
- Follow all company quality procedures and contribute to
continuous improvement activities.
Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Valid Counterbalance FLT licence/certificate (RTITB, ITSSAR,
NPORS or equivalent).
- Previous FLT experience within a manufacturing, production, or
warehouse environment.
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
- Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced
environment.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Desirable:
- Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS).
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
- Additional FLT licences (Reach Truck, Bendi, PPT, etc.).
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