Materials Handler.FLT

Meridian Business Support · Greater Manchester, England

Materials Handler.FLT at Meridian Business Support, based in Greater Manchester, England, paying £13.49 - £20.40 per hour. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£13.49 - £20.40 per hour
Location
Greater Manchester, England
Contract
Permanent
Posted
6 days ago
Closes
27 Aug 2026
Sector
Forklift Driver

About 5% above the going rate for forklift driver

Reference 176885-3

About the role

Main purpose of the role - To ensure the control and flow of raw materials to the production department is optimized. Works closely with other team members to mitigate any material impacts on the production plan.

We now need to strengthen our team and have the below requirement of a Materials Handler:
• To ensure the control of raw material is optimized for the department
• Loading and unloading of materials for the department (use of FLT)
• Ensure all areas within the job scope are maintained to high level of housekeeping
• To ensure that all duties are carried out in accordance with good H&S practice
• Works with other departments to ensure the material flow is in accordance with the production plan

Experience Required:
• Previously held a position within a fast-paced production/manufacturing environment ideally supporting movement of products and/or materials
• Hold valid FLT license / Counterbalance (training provided if needed)
• Excellent team player and can communicate effectively
• Knowledge and awareness of health and safety procedures within a busy manufacturing environment



Pay & Benefits
  • £13.49 per hour
  • Overtime paid at £20.40 per hour after 40 hours worked
  • 4 on, 4 off rotating shift pattern 2 days 2 nights 4 off
  • Days and nights, 6am-6pm / 6pm-6am
  • Weekly pay
  • Immediate start available
  • Free on-site parking
  • Ongoing temporary assignment with potential for long-term opportunities
This FLT Counterbalance Driver position offers the opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business that values teamwork, safety and operational excellence.
To apply, please submit your CV today.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Business for this vacancy.

Reference: 176885-3 · Posted 6 days ago · Closes 27 Aug 2026 · Listed via Meridian Business Support

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