FLT Operator and General Operative

FLT Operator and General Operative

Salary:  £13 per hour

Full Time; Permanent, 39 hours per week

Monday to Thursday 7am to 3.30pm and Friday 7am to 2.30pm

Leeds LS10, West Yorkshire

Profile

Our client, based on the outskirts of Leeds, has been established for over 25 years and is the market leader in the manufacture of furniture for the Hospitality Industry.  They manufacturer and fit out Hotels with bespoke furniture for clients such as Hilton, Sheraton, Holiday Inn & Crowne Plaza.

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking General Operative / Forklift Truck Driver to support the day-to-day operations of our manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on role involving forklift truck operation, yard management, housekeeping, waste management, and general labouring duties.

The successful candidate will play an important part in maintaining a safe, clean, and organised working environment while supporting production activities across the site.

Responsibilities but not limited to:

Forklift Truck Operation

• Operate Forklift Trucks safely and efficiently at all times.
• Transport materials, pallets, finished products, skips, and waste around the site.
• Complete daily forklift checks and report any defects or maintenance requirements.

Yard & Waste Management

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised yard area.
• Monitor waste skips and arrange for emptying when required.
• Move and position skips using FLT equipment as necessary.
• Ensure waste is segregated and disposed of in line with company procedures.

Housekeeping

• Support housekeeping activities throughout the factory and yard.
• Complete allocated tasks in line with the weekly housekeeping schedule.
• Maintain clean walkways, storage areas, workstations, and communal facilities.
• Contribute to maintaining high site cleanliness standards.

General Labouring

• Assist production teams with the movement of materials and products.
• Carry out manual handling tasks safely and effectively.
• Support loading and unloading activities as required.
• Undertake additional duties appropriate to the role as directed by management.

Health & Safety

• Follow all company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Wear required PPE at all times.
• Report hazards, accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions promptly.
• Promote and maintain safe working practices across the site.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Essential Requirements

• Valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence/certification.
• Ability to undertake manual labour and physical tasks.
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude, reliability, and strong work ethic.

Desirable

• Previous experience within a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment.
• Experience in waste management, yard operations, or general site maintenance.
• Reach truck licence/certification

If you are a motivated individual who enjoys working in a practical, fast-paced environment and holds a valid FLT licence, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today to join our team.

Curtis Furniture Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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