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