Materials Supply Operative/ Forklift Driver

Job Summary

This role focuses on general hygiene and material supply duties across the site. You will play a key part in ensuring the factory environment remains clean organised and fully stocked to support smooth production processes. Flexibility is essential as you may also be required to support as a Factory Production Operative when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily pre-start inspections of the yard
• Monitor and maintain pallet levels within the production area
• Ensure changing rooms are stocked with appropriate PPE
• Replenish washing stations with soap sanitiser and hand towels
• Sort uniform deliveries and manage distribution
• Dispose of waste correctly including sorting waste bags into skips or compactors
• Flatten cardboard and operate the cardboard bailer
• Maintain cleanliness of the rear yard and surrounding floor areas
• Follow all company procedures risk assessments and health and safety regulations including COSHH
• Wear all required PPE for each task
• Maintain high personal hygiene and adhere to company hygiene standards
• Follow clean as you go practices ensuring work areas are tidy and hazard free
• Operate machinery in line with training and competence
• Work across different areas to support operational flexibility
• Report hazards defects or near misses to the Team Leader
• Ensure all products and racks are labelled correctly for traceability
• Complete all paperwork accurately and in a timely manner
• Support continuous improvement across safety quality and efficiency
• Escalate issues and assist with resolving operational challenges
• Follow Defacto procedures including booking activities correctly
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as required by management

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a food production/ manufacturing environment
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail particularly with paperwork and compliance
• Experience using systems such as Defacto for booking processes is advantageous
• Valid Reach Truck licence and pedestrian truck licence

If this role aligns with your skills and experience, we encourage you to apply below!