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Forklift Operator
Job Posted: 7 days ago
Salary: £ 25,000 - 28,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Tonbridge, Kent
Expire in: 21 days
Job Description
Physically active role with forklift duties, 4-day work week, and free lunches – ideal for reliable operators seeking stability and variety.
Forklift Operator
Location: Tonbridge, Kent
Benefits:
Free lunch (delivered 3x/week)
Free tea, coffee, and biscuits
4-day working week with alternating 4-day long weekends
Salary:
Starting: £25,000+
Post 6-Month Review: Up to £28,000
Shift Allowance: Additional 15%
A well-established manufacturing business supplying the automotive industry, with a stable workforce and a strong reputation for employee retention. Our client specialises in the heat treatment of steel powders and operates with a high level of technical precision.
You’ll join a close-knit team of 10 in a hands-on role involving forklift operation, machinery monitoring, and material handling. This is a physically active position suited to someone comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.
Shift Pattern:
Hours: 6 am–4 pm (Mon–Thu or Tue–Fri), with one shorter day (6 am–3 pm)
Structure: 4-day working week, alternating long weekends (Fri–Mon off every other week)
Responsibilities:
* Operate counterbalance forklifts (RTITB preferred, in-house licenses considered)
* Move steel powder and bulk bags using mechanical lifters and hoppers
* Pack materials into bulk bags and manage pallet movements
* Monitor and adjust machinery to maintain process parameters
* Clean and prepare metal trays with release agents
* Perform manual tasks, including hammering and equipment cleaning
* Rotate across tasks for variety and operational coverage
Candidate Requirements:
* Forklift experience (counterbalance)
* Willingness to perform physical tasks
* Strong work ethic and reliability
* RTITB forklift license (desirable)
* Experience in manufacturing or automotive supply chain (desirable)
* Ability to work across varied tasks and machinery (desirable)
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