Job Description:

Warehouse Forklift Operative

Permanent | Excellent Benefits | Norwich outskirts, Norfolk | £28,314 per year (£13.61/hr)

We have a great opportunity for an experienced Forklift Operator to join an established company located on the outskirts on Norwich on a permanent basis!

The Role

This is a hands-on role with plenty of variety - from supplying production lines and loading lorries to managing stock and picking orders. You'll be operating Counterbalance and Reach trucks as part of a well-run warehouse and production team on the outskirts of Norwich

Shifts rotate across 6am–2pm and 2pm–10pm with occasional nights (10pm–6am).

What You'll Be Doing

• Collecting freshly produced pallets and putting them into stock
• Supplying goods to production lines
• Loading and unloading lorries
• Putting away pallet stock into racking
• Picking orders by pallet or case using a computerised system
• Operating palletisers and wrapping machines
• Re-stacking, rebuilding and wrapping pallets as required
• Stock control, stock takes, daily forklift checks and general warehouse duties

About You

• Valid Counterbalance forklift licence from a nationally recognised authority - recently lapsed certificates are accepted. Reach truck certification advantageous
• Proven experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or production environment
• Flexible to work rotating shifts, including occasional nights
• Own transport is essential due to the site location
• Good computer skills and understanding of warehouse stock control
• Reliable, detail-focused, and a strong team communicator
• Committed to the highest health & safety standards

Benefits

• Weekly pay, with breaks included in salary
• Annual profit-share bonus scheme - 10% of profits (non-contractual)
• 6.2 weeks paid holiday per year, including bank holidays
• Option to purchase up to one additional week's holiday (non-contractual)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life cover at 2× salary
• Healthcare cash plan
• Company sick pay after qualifying period
• Company workwear provided
• EV charging on site
• Free winter flu jabs
• Staff discounts on company products
• Employee forum supporting engagement and communication

If this permanent opportunity sounds like the right move for you, apply now or contact Lewis at Select Recruitment for more information!