Forklift Warehouse Operative

Newton Abbot | £14.92 per hour | Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm | Temporary | Immediate Start

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced Forklift Warehouse Operative to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Newton Abbot.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Warehouse Operative, Counterbalance Forklift Driver, FLT Driver or Warehouse & Logistics Operative to join a busy warehouse team. Working across multiple warehouse facilities, you'll play a key role in goods in, goods out, stock control, material handling and warehouse logistics, ensuring production is supplied efficiently while maintaining high standards of safety, accuracy and organisation.

• Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck to load, unload and transport materials safely across multiple on-site warehouse buildings.
• Move, stack and store stock and wooden pallets in line with warehouse procedures.
• Supply materials efficiently to production and other departments.
• Complete daily forklift and equipment checks, reporting any defects or maintenance requirements.
• Accurately record stock movements using the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Carry out stock checks, inventory counts and assist with resolving stock discrepancies.
• Ensure stock is stored, handled and transported safely and securely.
• Support the site's waste and recycling operations in line with environmental procedures.
• Maintain high standards of warehouse housekeeping and site presentation.
• Assist production, maintenance and other departments with operational tasks when required.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and company policies.

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Previous experience as a Warehouse Operative, Counterbalance Forklift Driver, FLT Driver, Forklift Truck Driver, Warehouse Assistant or Logistics Operative.
• Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) or computerised stock control systems.
• Good attention to detail with accurate record-keeping skills.
• Physically fit and comfortable lifting items up to approximately 20kg.
• Positive, flexible attitude with the ability to work across different departments.
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety and safe working practices.

Desirable:

• Reach Truck or Narrow Aisle Forklift Licence.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Van driving experience.

• £14.92 per hour.
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5pm.
• Weekly pay.
• 33 days' holiday after 12 weeks.
• Free on-site parking.
• Immediate start available.
• Opportunity to gain long-term experience with a well-established manufacturing business.

If you're an experienced Forklift Warehouse Operative, Counterbalance Forklift Driver, FLT Driver, Warehouse Operative, Warehouse Assistant or Logistics Operative looking for your next opportunity in Newton Abbot, apply today with your up-to-date CV or contact Acorn by Synergie's Newton Abbot branch for more information.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.