Counterbalance Operator (FLT)

LEAD INFORMATION

Job Title – Counterbalance Operator Fixed Afternoons
Site location – Trafford Park, Manchester
Responsible to – Shift Manager
Purpose of the role – To support the warehouse, Stock Rotation, Loading & unloading of HGV’s and Replenishment of customer goods with the safe operation of Counterbalance trucks and use of hand scanners.
Client brief – Our client is a world-renowned Warehousing organisation supporting blue chip companies with warehousing and distribution functions.


KEY INFORMATION

Hours - (FIXED AFTERNOONS) 12pm-10pm Monday to Friday

Pay – (FIXED AFTERNOONS) 13.25ph

Overtime – (All overtime is optional) Saturdays 1.5x basic rate, Sundays 2.0x basic rate  

Site location – Trafford Park, Manchester

RESPONSIBILITIES

The role - Our client is looking for Counterbalance Operators to support their existing team in their Ambient (room temperature) Warehousing Operation in Trafford Park. As a Counterbalance Operator, the requirements are varied but not limited to –

• Accurately and safely operating a Counterbalance truck within site health and safety requirements at all times.
• Rotating stock, Loading *& unloading of HGV deliveries, storing and collecting products from pallets with use of CB Truck & handheld scanners.
• Working within a team to complete daily warehouse targets.
• Delivering a high standard of productivity at all times to ensure smooth operation within the warehouse.
• Handling stock respectfully, with a high attention to detail.
• All other generalist warehousing duties.

Key Skills Required -

• Previous experience operating Counterbalance Trucks is essential.
• FLT Counterbalance license holder is essential.
• Previous experience with handscanners is essential.
• Must be reliable and committed.
• Must be able to communicate in English to a high standard (verbal and written).
• Flexible approach to duties and tasks.