Forklift Truck (FLT) Operative

To undertake a variety of loading and unloading tasks in support of the overall production and dispatch operation, ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety regulations., Main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Operating a FLT to move stock around.


• Loading and unloading vehicles, Storage racking and process equipment.


• Picking and packing finished goods and raw materials.


• Carrying out product quality inspections.


• Checking stock for damaged or missing items.


• Maintaining an accurate record of stock and carrying out stock counts, as required.


• Finishing products to a consistently high standard.


• Monitoring the production process and carrying out basic testing and quality tests.


• Reporting equipment faults to maintenance staff.


• Cleaning and maintaining the warehouse to ensure operational efficiency.


• Operating in a safe manner complying with all Health, Safety and Environment requirements to ensure own and safety of others.
  
  Essential


• Prior work experience as a labourer in a similar environment.


• Fit for manual handling., Essential


• A Counterbalance fork lift truck licence and/or licence to drive assisted lift equipment.


• Current driving licence.


Competencies

• Teamwork: Ability to work well as part of a team. Friendly, approachable and cooperative.


• Flexibility: Responds effectively to changing circumstances. Adjusts tasks and priorities when required.


• Customer Service: Good understanding of customer deliverables and the need for strong quality. Ability to work to essential quality standards.


• Organisation: Ability to plan and organise work. Ability to work on own initiative, with minimum supervision.


• Health & Safety: Understanding of health and safety requirements.
  
  Working for one of the leading manufacturing companies in the country, this is a great opportunity to drive positive change and make a significant contribution across the business. In return, you will receive a rewarding and competitive remuneration package, and be based in our Edinburgh office, in the heart of Scotland.


• Discretionary annual bonus scheme.


• 33 days annual leave with long service awards and the opportunity to purchase additional days.


• Health Cash Plan


• Bike to Work scheme.


• On-site parking


• Staff Discount


• Sharesave options