Material Handler / FLT Driver

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Material Handler to support the movement of materials and components within a busy engineering and manufacturing environment. The successful candidate must hold valid, in-date Counterbalance and Reach Forklift Truck licences and have previous experience handling engineering components such as axles, trailer parts, steel components, and fabricated products.

This role is not solely forklift-based and will involve a combination of FLT operation, manual handling, stock control, and goods-in duties. Candidates must be confident operating trucks in environments where loads are often irregular, awkwardly shaped, and non-palletised.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate both Counterbalance and Reach Forklift Trucks.
• Move engineering components, raw materials, and finished products throughout the warehouse and production areas.
• Load, unload, and store items including axles, trailer components, steel parts, and other engineering products.
• Carry out manual handling duties when required.
• Supply production lines with materials and remove completed products from manufacturing areas.
• Book goods in and out using company IT systems.
• Accurately record stock movements and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report defects immediately.
• Assist with stock counts and inventory control activities.
• Ensure materials are stored safely and efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace organisation.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices.
• Support other warehouse and production activities as required.

Essential Requirements

• Valid, in-date Counterbalance FLT licence.
• Valid, in-date Reach Truck licence.
• Previous experience working within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Experience handling large, heavy, irregularly shaped engineering components rather than standard palletised goods.
• Good understanding of safe load handling and warehouse practices.
• Competent IT skills for booking in stock, processing goods received, and updating inventory systems.
• Ability to carry out manual handling duties safely.
• Strong awareness of health and safety procedures.

Desirable Skills

• Experience working with trailer components, steel products, fabrication parts, or similar engineering materials.
• Experience using warehouse management or ERP systems.
• Previous goods-in or stock control experience.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious.
• Highly competent and confident FLT operator.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to workload and responsibilities.
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic.

Working Environment

• Busy engineering and manufacturing facility.
• Combination of warehouse, goods-in, and production support duties.
• Regular forklift operation alongside manual handling of engineering parts and materials.
• PPE required at all times in designated areas.

This role is suited to candidates with proven experience moving engineering components and industrial materials. It is not suitable for applicants whose experience is limited to handling standard palletised or boxed stock within retail or e-commerce warehouse environments.

Salary

£14.43 per hour

Please note:

Monday – Thursday 6:30pm-4:30pm – 38 hours per week

Temporary to Permanent

JDR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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