£13 - £13.50 Per Hour
Full Time
Temporary
Chatham, Kent
Manufacturing And Production
Posted 16 days ago
Expires In 13 Days
Job Description
Job Title: Machine and Forklift Operative
Type: Temporary to Permanent for the right candidate
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00
Pay Rate: From £13.00 per hour PAYE via Pertemps
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Chatham
Our Client: A well‑established manufacturing/warehouse operation
Our client, based in Chatham, is seeking a reliable Machine and Forklift Operative to join their team on a temporary to permanent basis. The role involves operating machinery used to cut materials to specific measurements, alongside warehouse duties and forklift operation.
Machine and Forklift Operative Key Responsibilities:
Machine Operation
- Operate machinery used to cut materials to precise measurements.
- Set up, adjust, and monitor machines to meet production requirements.
- Carry out regular quality checks and ensure output accuracy.
- Perform basic machine cleaning and troubleshooting.
- Accurately record production information.
Forklift Operation
- Safely operate a Counterbalance Forklift (must hold a valid external, in‑date certificate).
- Reach Truck experience is an advantage.
- Load/unload vehicles and move materials within warehouse and production areas.
- Complete daily safety checks and follow all FLT procedures.
General Warehouse Duties
- Assist with picking, packing, and general stock handling.
- Receive, inspect, and store incoming goods.
- Support stock counts and warehouse organisation.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and tidy work environment.
Machine and Forklift Operative Skills & Experience Required:
- Valid external Counterbalance Forklift Licence (in date).
- Reach Truck experience or licence is beneficial.
- Previous machine‑operating or warehouse experience.
- Ability to work from precise measurements with strong attention to detail.
- Good understanding of warehouse health & safety procedures.
- Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling.
- Reliable, proactive, and able to work well independently and as part of a team.
Aleksandra Duda
Aleksandra.Duda@pertemps.co.uk
01622 291841
Division 310
Pertemps Maidstone
S05 Kestrel House
Knightrider Street
Maidstone
Kent
ME15 6LU
01622 291841
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