FLT / Clamp Operator

Clear Sky Recruitment is pleased to be recruiting on behalf of an established business based in the Blackwood area. On their behalf, we are seeking to recruit an experienced Fork Lift Truck / Clamp Operator to work in a permanent role on a regular night shift.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure written SOP's are followed and correct PPE is worn at all times.
- Weigh and prepare all material for processing through the plant.
- Maintain a steady and constant material flow to the granulators at all times.
- Bale up reject materials as you go, and store correctly ready for shipping.
- Complete shift figures for bales processed.
- Unload goods-in material and store correctly.
- Deep clean during periods of downtime.
- Daily pre-operation and safety checks on FLT/Clamp trucks.
- Assist with start-up and shutdown of front-end sorting equipment.
- Report any maintenance issues to the Shift Manager.
- Assist with other tasks around the plant as/when required.
Key Requirements:
- Basic numeracy and literacy (GCSE's in maths and English).
- Experience in fast paced/heavy production or manufacturing is desirable.
- Current counter-balance fork truck and clamp truck license essential.
- Good general understanding of machinery.
- Willingness to learn new skills.
- Self-motivated, can-do attitude.
- Physically fit. Role involves significant amounts of manual labour.
- Excellent record of attendance is essential (permission may be asked to request attendance records from previous employers).
- Good team player able to work with people from all backgrounds and in all circumstances in a polite and sensitive way.
Hours of work:
Monday to Thursday
6.00pm to 5.15am
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