Equals One
Forklift Driver & Warehouse Operative- DAY SHIFT
Salary £27,500 plus Overtime paid as time and a half + Company Profit Share Scheme
Permanent
DAY SHIFT– 40.5 hours – Monday- Thursday 10am- 7.30pm (1 Hour break) + Friday 10am- 5.30pm ( 1 hour break)
Based – Coventry, West Midlands
Benefits
- Job security
- Quarterly bonuses when company targets are achieved
- Generous company pension scheme (after qualifying period)
- Uniform provided
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- On-site parking
- Overtime available
Join one of the UK’s largest independent metal stockholders
Established in 1981, we have grown into one of the UK’s largest independent metal stockholders. With a strong reputation for next-day delivery of Aluminium and Stainless Steel, our success is built on exceptional customer service and a commitment to quality. As our warehouse operation continues to expand, we are now recruiting additional forklift drivers to support our ever-growing West Midlands site.
The Role
Working within a busy warehouse environment, you will play a key part in the safe and efficient picking and packaging of metal products for customers across the country. Responsibilities include:
- Accurate picking with strong attention to detail
- Adhering to safe working practices at all times
- 50/50 FORKLIFT/MANUAL LIFTING – Manual handling of aluminium and stainless steel (physical role)
- Completing daily forklift safety checks and maintaining the truck in good condition
- Supporting general warehouse duties as required
- Carrying out any reasonable tasks assigned by supervisors or managers
- Contributing to smooth warehouse workflow and safe forklift operation
The Person
We are looking for reliable, enthusiastic individuals who can work well both independently and as part of a team. Requirements include:
- 1–2 years’ experience driving a counterbalance forklift (gas)
- Up-to-date, accredited forklift licence
- Comfortable with physical work
- Good timekeeping and ability to work unsupervised
- Strong communication skills and a positive, flexible attitude
- Previous experience is essential, ideally within a warehouse or similar environment
Hours & Pay
Permanent, full-time positions available:
- 40.5 HOURS
- Shifts starting at 10am- 7.30pm (1 HOUR LUNCH BREAK) + Friday 10am- 5.30pm ( 1 hour break)
- Overtime paid at time and a half
- 25 days holiday plus all bank holidays
- DAY SHIFT
- SALARY :£27,500
Interested? Please send your cv by return.
Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
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