Randstad RIS
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We're looking for talented forklift operators who want more than just a job-they want a future. If you're safety-driven, precise, and ready to move big things, we've got the perfect opportunity for you. Let's lift your career to new heights!"
Job title: FLT Hybrid role
Job type: Temporary – ongoing
Location: Spring Road, Wigan, WN5 0LB
Shifts: (double days – Rotating morning & afternoons. nights)
Monday to Friday:
Double days: 05:50 AM – 13:50 PM and 13:50 PM – 21:50 PM (Weekly rotational)
Nights: 21:50 PM – 05:50AM
Fridays: 05:30-12:30, 12:30-19:30, 19:30-02:30
Pay Rate: £16.83
Client Overview: Our client is one of the world's largest food and beverage companies. They manufacture and market food and beverage products across the globe, including condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, and other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 iconic brands.
Requirements:
- Minimum 6 months of experience in operating a forklift truck is mandatory
- In-date Forklift counterbalance license is a must (Accredited license only)
- Previous experience in a Food Production or manufacturing environment (desirable)
- Should have suitable transport arrangements
- Ability to pay high attention to detail and confidence to work with minimal supervision
- Able to be versatile in working in different production departments-please note this is an FLT Hybrid role where workers are expected to perform line/machine roles as well as FLT duties
Responsibilities:
- Preparing, manufacturing & dispatching a variety of food products in a busy production environment
- Performing line/machine roles on the production floor alongside traditional FLT duties as part of this hybrid position
- Moving products including ingredients, final products, and packaged items ready to ship to customers so a current, valid FLT license (Counterbalance) is mandatory.
- You will work as part of a team and be responsible for the quality of the products you are working to produce.
- The role may involve training in a variety of areas within the factory as you may be moved around into different departments depending on requirements.
Benefits:
- Up to 32 days holiday
- Free onsite parking
- Staff shop
- Access to a unique benefits app designed just for Randstad staff
- Weekly Pay
- Overtime available with an Overtime rate
If this interests you, apply immediately with your up-to-date CV and a copy of your in-date forklift license and our team will contact you to discuss further.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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