Forklift driver/ production operative

Kenect Recruitment · Burntwood, England

Forklift driver/ production operative at Kenect Recruitment, based in Burntwood, England. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Burntwood, England
Contract
Permanent
Posted
3 days ago
Closes
22 Aug 2026
Sector
Forklift Driver

Reference https://www.kenectrecruitment.co.uk/job/forklift-driver-production-operative-811

About the role

Forklift Driver – Burntwood

📍 Location: Burntwood
💷 Pay Rate: £13.17 per hour
🕒 Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:30am – 5:35pm
➕ Friday: Optional overtime paid at an enhanced overtime rate

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Forklift Driver to join a busy warehouse in Burntwood. This is a full-time, ongoing opportunity with the potential to secure a permanent position after just 12 weeks.

Duties include:

  • Operating a forklift truck safely and efficiently
  • Moving stock and pallets around the warehouse
  • Loading and unloading vehicles
  • Supporting production when required, including:
    • Picking
    • Packing
    • Labelling
    • Boxing products

This is a hands-on role, so you must be willing to come off the forklift and assist with production tasks when needed.

What we’re looking for:

  • Valid forklift licence (Counterbalance or relevant licence)
  • Previous warehouse and forklift experience
  • A flexible, reliable, and hardworking attitude
  • Willingness to support production duties as required

What’s on offer?

  • £13.17 per hour
  • Optional Friday overtime at an enhanced rate
  • Immediate start following a short on-site assessment
  • Full-time, ongoing work
  • Opportunity to become permanent after 12 weeks

If you’re looking for a long-term opportunity with a great team and immediate start available, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

Reference: https://www.kenectrecruitment.co.uk/job/forklift-driver-production-operative-811 · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 22 Aug 2026 · Listed via Kenect Recruitment

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