FLT Driver / Machine Operator

Job Title; FLT Driver / Machine Operator

Key Skills; FLT Counter Balance, Loading and Unloading Vehicles, Warehouse Work

Salary; £26,000per year and £26,000 per year Overtime Rate

Shift; Mon to Fri, Day Shift 07.00am to 16.30pm – Sat 7.00 to 11.00am (Busy Periods)

Location; Washington, Tyne and Wear

Commutable From; Washington; Newcastle; Peterlee; Durham; Middlesbrough; Sunderland.

We are recruiting on behalf of our Washington based Manufacturing client, they are looking to employ an experienced Warehouse Operative / FLT Driver Counter Balance to join their team on a Temporary to Permanent basis.

You will be working in a busy wood manufacturing environment loading and unloading vehicles, stock rotation and general warehouse duties as and when required. In-house training will be provided to work on site machinery.

Holding a Manual Handling or Warehouse & Storage certificate advantageous but not essential. Immediate start available for the right candidate with the possibility of a full time position after a probationary period. Candidate’s must be available to attend an interview at our Sunderland Branch.

The Role;

Operating a Counter Balance Fork Lift Truck
Loading and Unloading Vehicles
Working in a fast paced environment
Operating wood machinery
Working day shift Monday to Friday
General Warehousing duties
Quality Inspection
Temporary Contract
Possible ongoing position for the right candidate.

Our Ideal Candidate;

Quality conscious with an awareness of Health & Safety
Proven ability to carry out tasks required
A willingness to undertake further relevant training
Ability to adapt to changes in the working environment
Highly motivated and driven 
Flexible approach to working hours
Attention to detail
Good communication skills as working within a team

The Benefits;
Weekly Pay (PAYE – DIRECT CONTRACTOR – LIMITED COMPANY all available)
Training and development opportunities
Permanent positions available for the right candidates
Overtime available
Immediate Starts Available
Local Interviews Arranged
Full induction prior to commencing work
Introduce a colleague scheme

If you have not been contacted within 14 days of your application please assume that you have not been successful. We will, however, retain your application for any future roles for which you may be suitable.

This position is advertised on behalf of Jacob Thomas Associates. We have a variety of other permanent and temporary positions available ranging from Supply Chain, Logistics, Administration, Sales, Secretarial, Finance & Accounts, Customer Services, I.T., Driving and Engineering.

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