Production Operative - Forklift Driver in Belford, Northumberland

PRODUCTION OPERATIVE – FORKLIFT DRIVER

Job Title – Production Operative – Forklift Driver
Location – Belford, Northumberland
Salary – £26,734 - £28,496
Shift – Core Hours 8:00am – 4:40pm (Flexibility Required)

Job Role of the Production Operative – Forklift Driver
An excellent opportunity has become available for a Production Operative – Forklift Driver to join a growing and well-established manufacturing business within a busy production environment. This role is ideal for a motivated individual who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is eager to learn and develop new skills within a supportive team.

The successful Production Operative will be responsible for operating a range of machinery and loading equipment while helping maintain the smooth day-to-day running of the manufacturing site. The business is looking for someone who is initiative-driven, safety-conscious, and committed to supporting the wider production team.

You will be involved in operating factory machinery, carrying out basic maintenance tasks, and ensuring product quality standards are consistently met.

Sector – Manufacturing

Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Production Operative – Forklift Driver

• Valid forklift driver’s licence

• Experience working within a similar manufacturing or production role

Responsibilities of the Production Operative – Forklift Driver

• Safely operate forklifts, telescopic loaders, and 360-degree loading equipment

• Operate bagging and drying machinery

• Troubleshoot basic factory and machinery issues

• Carry out preventative maintenance on equipment

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment

• Ensure product quality standards are consistently achieved

• Support the wider production team when needed

The Production Operative – Forklift Driver will benefit from:

• Joining a growing family-owned manufacturing business

• Stable full-time position

• Training and development opportunities

• Supportive and friendly working environment

• Opportunity to gain further hands-on manufacturing experience

Shift Details:

• Core hours are 8:00am – 4:40pm

• Flexibility required to cover early and late shifts when needed

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.

For further details contact Nathan Lock at Pioneer Selection.

Voceer presents this job opportunity for Pioneer Selection, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by Pioneer Selection, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.