Manufacturing Operative & FLT Driver

Manufacturing Operative & FLT Driver
Cheltenham| Temp-to-Perm Opportunity | Immediate Start Available
Starting Rate: £15.91 per hour

Are you looking for a hands-on role within a busy manufacturing environment? Do you enjoy working as part of a team to keep production running smoothly?

We are recruiting for a Manufacturing Operative & FLT Driver to join a well-established paper manufacturing business in Cheltenham. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term position with a company that values reliability, teamwork, and development. If you hold an FLT licence, that's a bonus - but it's not essential, as full FLT training can be provided for the right candidate.

Following a successful 12-week temporary period, there is an opportunity to secure a permanent position with increased pay and ongoing career development.

• Starting Pay: £15.91 per hour
• Pay after successful sign-off/permanent placement: £16.13 per hour
• Shift Pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off (2 days, 2 nights)
• Hours: 6:00am - 6:00pm / 6:00pm - 6:00am
• Contract: Temp-to-Perm
• Location: Cheltenham
• Own transport required due to site location

As a Manufacturing Operatice & FLT Driver, you will play a vital role in ensuring production teams have the materials they need to maintain efficient paper manufacturing operations. You will be responsible for preparing, moving, and supplying stock throughout the site while maintaining high standards of safety and organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and supplying raw materials to production areas
• Moving stock, materials, and finished products safely throughout the site
• Supporting the smooth flow of materials within the manufacturing process
• Loading and unloading deliveries
• Assisting with stock control, inventory checks, and stock rotation
• Ensuring production lines are supplied with materials as required
• Completing stock records and production documentation accurately
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and workplace safety
• Supporting warehouse and production teams with day-to-day operational tasks
• Operating FLT equipment where qualified and trained

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, or materials handling environment
• A proactive and reliable approach to work
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to health and safety standards
• FLT Counterbalance licence is desirable but not essential
• Willingness to undertake FLT training if required
• Own transport due to the location of the site

• Competitive starting rate of £15.91 per hour
• Pay increase to £16.13 per hour following successful sign-off
• Permanent position available after 12 weeks
• Long-term career prospects within a successful manufacturing business
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Immediate starts available

If you're looking for a stable, long-term opportunity within manufacturing and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where every day is different, we'd love to hear from you.

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