ECHO Personnel is recruiting a Multi-Skilled FLT Operative for a well-established food manufacturing business based in Corby.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced warehouse and FLT professionals to join a reputable organisation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is not a standard FLT-only role – alongside Counterbalance FLT operation, you will support production activities, warehouse operations and computer-based systems.
Salary:
Starting salary: £34,706 per annum
After successful probation: £40,830 per annum
Working Hours:
42 hours average per week
Panama shift pattern: 06:00 – 18:00 / 18:00 – 06:00, covering 7 days
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate production and warehouse equipment safely and efficiently
- Support daily manufacturing and warehouse operations
- Load, unload, move, and store materials using a forklift truck (FLT)
- Complete production tasks in line with company procedures and quality standards
- Ensure all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety requirements are followed
- Carry out checks to maintain product quality and minimise waste
- Maintain a clean and organised working environment
- Work closely with team members to achieve production targets and support continuous improvement
- Complete all required documentation accurately
Requirements:
- Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (essential)
- Previous warehouse experience (essential)
- Good standard of IT skills – essential (Microsoft packages, emails and in-house stock systems)
- Able and motivated to lift loads up to 25kg – essential
- Good understanding of health & safety and workplace procedures
- Ability to work a rotating Panama shift pattern
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Reliable, safety-focused, and able to work independently
- Pivot Steer FLT licence – desirable
- PPT licence – desirable
- Previous food production / food manufacturing experience – desirable
Benefits:
- Permanent position
- Pension from day one with 4% employer contribution (option to increase with matched contributions up to 10%)
- Medical expenses scheme
- Staff discount scheme after probation
- Excellent opportunity for career progression
- Stable working environment with a well-established organisation
If you’re interested, please apply by submitting your CV