Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver Required Bedford
Job Description:
A metal manufacturing business based in Bedford are currently looking for an experienced Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver to join their busy team.
The successful candidate will perform a key role in carrying out efficient warehouse operations and ensuring effective stock management is maintained.
Booking in Goods: Responsible for the accurate systematic booking in and recording of incoming goods using computer system
Forklift Counterbalance Operation: Safely operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck efficiently moving and organising materials within racking system
Stock Control: Monitoring and managing stock levels, ensuring that all inventory is readily available and accurately accounted for as required
Delivery driving: Carrying out occasional deliveries to customer sites using company flat-bed van
Materials processing: Using a tape to accurately measure metal stock and cut to required length using the bandsaw (training provided)
Making wooden packaging crates and pallets: Using nail guns, saws and screwdrivers etc. to make basic crates and pallets to load customer orders onto / intoExperience required:
Previous experience of working in a warehouse environment within a manufacturing / processing environment is preferred but not essential
Familiarity with using a computerised stock control system is advantageous
A valid (or recently expired) Counterbalance Forklift licence along with the experience of operating a Forklift confidently and safely is required
Full (manual) UK Driving Licence is needed
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication skills are requested
Additional Info:
Hours; 7.30am-4.00pm Monday to Friday
Rate: £13.00-£14.50 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy