Counterbalance Forklift Driver

OB OPPORTUNITY: General Operative / FLT Counterbalance Operator

Location: Redditch
Salary: £12.98 – £16.23 per hour (Shift dependent)
Position: Full-Time, Temp-to-Perm

About the Role

Are you looking for a stable role with a well-established manufacturing company in Redditch? We are currently recruiting a General Operative / FLT Counterbalance Driver to join a clean, safe, and structured production environment.

Early Finish Every Friday on Day Shift!

Shift Patterns & Pay

Day Shift: £12.98 per hour

• Monday to Thursday: 7:00am – 4:00pm
• Friday: 7:00am – 12:00pm (Half day!)

Late Shift: £16.23 per hour

• Monday to Thursday: 3:45pm – 2:00am
• Enjoy a 3-day weekend every week!

Shift Flexibility:
We welcome applications from candidates who can commit to either shift pattern. However, candidates who are fully flexible and able to work both shifts will be highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

As a dual-skilled operative, you will split your time between production support and forklift operation, including:

• Safely operating a Counterbalance FLT to move, load, and unload stock
• Working on production lines packing, bottling, and labelling finished goods
• Following health, safety, and product handling procedures
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation within warehouse and production areas

Candidate Requirements

• A valid in-date FLT Counterbalance licence (RTITB / ITSSAR / AITT)
• Previous experience in a factory, production, or warehouse environment
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work well within a team
• Comfortable working in a regulated chemical batching and blending environment

What We Offer

• Highly competitive hourly rates with clear shift premiums
• Excellent shift patterns – early Friday finish or a 3-day weekend
• Long-term stability with genuine career progression opportunities