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Counterbalance FLT Operative

Job ref. JN -072025-3027

Temporary

£13.10 per hour

Buckfastleigh

Contract: Full time

Weekly hours: 37.5

Our client- a well established local production company are looking for a forklift driver with counterbalance. This role has an immediate start for the right candidate. Based in Buckfastleigh.

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Temporary Forklift to join our busy drinks production facility in the heart of Devon. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, supporting the efficient movement and storage of raw materials and finished products.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely operate both counterbalance forklift trucks.
  • Aisle master experience preferred but NOT essential.
  • Load, unload, move and store products within the warehouse and production areas.
  • Supply production lines with materials as required.
  • Accurately pick, stage and prepare orders for dispatch.
  • Carry out stock movements and maintain accurate inventory records.
  • Complete daily equipment checks and report any faults or maintenance issues.
  • Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout the warehouse.

Essential Requirements

  • A valid forklift licence is essential.
  • Previous experience operating both forklift trucks.
  • Aisle master experience desirable but not essential.
  • Experience working within a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
  • Good attention to detail and a commitment to working safely.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Pay Rates:

  • £13.10 p/h

Shift Schedule:

  • Monday-Friday 08:00am- 16:30pm

Benefits of working for this company:

  • Free car parking
  • Canteen facilities
  • Free tea and coffee
  • Discounted products

Other benefits of working for The Best Connection Group Limited include:

  • Weekly pay
  • Online Payslips
  • 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
  • Pension contribution
  • Choice of long term, short term and odd days or weekends available
  • Flexible shift pattern
  • Possible permanent positions following successful trial period
  • Ongoing assignments throughout 2026
  • Please call Ellie or Tamara on the Industrial team- 01752 672222

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Plymouth
Buckfastleigh, Devon

plymouth@thebestconnection.co.uk
01752 672222
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