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Warehouse Operative / Forklift Operator (reach truck)

PLANET RECRUITMENT SERVICES LTD

Job Title: Warehouse Operative / Forklift Operator (reach truck)

Location: Newport, Wales

Pay Rate: £17.00 per hour (PAYE)

Hours: Afternoon shift – 2:00pm – 10:00pm

Contract: Long-term contractor role (April – August 2027)

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for Reach truck Operators to support operations within a busy rail manufacturing and assembly environment. This role is ideal for individuals with warehouse and logistics experience who enjoy working in a fast-paced production setting.

As a Logistics Operator, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth flow of materials from goods-inwards through to the production line, supporting the assembly teams by delivering components to the correct locations on time and in the right condition.

Key Responsibilities

  • Receive parts and components into the goods-inwards area.
  • Unpack materials from supplier packaging, checking condition and ensuring items are ready for production use.
  • Transport components to the lineside areas within the facility.
  • Place parts in their designated locations or jigs to support assembly operations.
  • Maintain a clean, organised, and safe warehouse and work environment.
  • Use warehouse handling equipment such as Reach Trucks where required.
  • Follow defined logistics and safety procedures to ensure efficient material flow.

Skills & Experience Required

Essential

  • Previous experience working in a warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing environment.
  • Valid Reach Truck Licence.
  • Experience handling goods-inwards processes and stock movement.
  • Ability to follow instructions and work to production schedules.
  • Good attention to detail when checking and handling materials.
  • Strong team-working skills and a proactive approach.

Desirable

  • Experience working in rail, automotive, or engineering manufacturing environments.
  • Familiarity with lineside delivery processes in a production facility.
  • Basic knowledge of warehouse inventory systems.

What We're Looking For

  • Reliable individuals who can support production teams efficiently.
  • Team players with a positive and proactive attitude.
  • Someone who takes pride in maintaining high standards of organisation, safety, and accuracy.

Why Join Us?

  • Long-term contract running until August 2027.
  • Opportunity to work within a rail manufacturing environment supporting large-scale production operations.
  • Competitive £17.00 per hour

If you have warehouse logistics experience and a valid Reach Truck licence, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a team supporting critical rail manufacturing operations.

INDWARE

Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information.

Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

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