Warehouse Operative and FLT driver

Randstad · Louth, East Midlands

Warehouse Operative and FLT driver at Randstad, based in Louth, East Midlands. This is a contract role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Louth, East Midlands
Contract
Contract
Posted
1 month ago
Closes
4 Sep 2026
Sector
Forklift Driver

Reference Louth

About the role

Are you an experienced Warehouse Operative?

Are you based in or around Louth?

We have a Warehouse Operative role available within DS Smiths Louth site. DS Smith are an international packaging company that focuses on sustainable and plastic free packaging. The successful applicant will be someone with previous experience within a Manufacturing environment and considers themselves to be proactive, reliable and a team player.

Role: Warehouse Operative & FLT driver
Location: Louth, Grimsby Road
Rate: £13.81ph,

  • OT is paid at 1.5x (£20.72) 6pm friday to 6am monday. Any other OT is paid at 1.33x (£18.37).

Contract length: 3 months (likely to be extended)
Shifts: X2 days, X2 nights and X4 off (42 hours per week, paid breaks)

Days are 06:00-18:00 and nights are 18:00-06:00

Start: ASAP

Responsibilities:

  • responsible for the preparation, storing and loading of finished goods
  • Operating the strapper
  • Unloading and loading with the FLT Counterbalance
  • Maintain high hygiene and housekeeping standards, adhering to BRC regulations
  • Monitor product quality to meet high standards
  • Follow maintenance schedules and report issues through the internal SAP system
  • Complete training and safety awareness documents
  • Ensure health & safety protocols are followed at all times
  • Collaborate with team members and support continuous improvement efforts

Essential requirements:

  • Previous experience within a despatch warehousing or production environment (2+ years)

  • Minimum of 1 years FLT experience within the last 3 years

  • Able to be on foot for long periods of time and conduct manual handling including lifting and bending

  • Good verbal and written communication

  • Sound IT literacy

  • Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation

Benefits:

  • CV advice and editing support

  • Exclusive online discounts for restaurants and retail stores

  • Opportunity to earn £25 for referring a friend*

  • Progression opportunities into permanent roles

  • Employee Assistance Programme providing financial, physical and mental health support

Does this role sound interesting?
Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet the requirements.

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

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


skills

Flexibility


education

High School

Reference: Louth · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 4 Sep 2026 · Listed via Randstad

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