Do you have experience driving FLT Counterbalance? Do you consider yourself to be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and an asset to a busy team? Are you based in or around Blunham?

This role is ideal for someone with FLT experience and a safety-first approach, although training will be provided.

Role - FLT Operative
Location: DS Smith Packaging, South Mills, The Ridgeway, Blunham, Bedford MK44 3PH

Rate: £15.46 per hour (paid breaks), Overtime available for 42+ hours:

* OT 1.5 Monday to Saturday

* Double time on Sundays

Contract Length: 3 months initially
Shift: Pitman Shift pattern, 6:00 AM/PM to 6:00 PM/AM (12-hour shifts including Days and Nights)

Responsibilities:

* Operate machinery safely and efficiently

* Ensure productivity and performance targets are met

* Maintain consistent quality standards

* Perform maintenance and cleaning tasks as per schedule

* Adhere to UK Health and Safety legislation at all times

* Support improvement initiatives as needed

Essential requirements:

* Counterbalance Licence

* Previous experience within a production or manufacturing environment

* Good knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation

* Safety-focused with a positive, enthusiastic attitude

* Good communication skills (both verbal and written)

* Team player, quality-conscious, and adaptable to multi-skilled working

Benefits:

* Paid holiday of 32 days per annum including Bank Holidays

* Competitive rates of pay with the opportunity for progression

* Pension scheme with 3% employer contribution

* Wellbeing resources and access to wellbeing specialists

* Restaurant and retail discounts

* Referral bonus of £300* for referring a friend

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, Medical check and reference check.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy