FORK LIFT TRUCK OPERATOR

Smurfit Westrock • Permanent • Pudsey, West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom • 2d ago

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!

Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.

About Us

We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.

The Role

We have a vacancy for a Fork Lift Truck Operator within our Leeds Sheet Plant.

To be successful you will need to be highly motivated, focused and driven, demonstrating a positive can do and safe attitude, together with excellent self-organisation and teamwork skills. We are looking for applicants who are great communicators and able to work as part of a team to meet operational targetsin line with the site's Health & Safety culture.

Previous experience within a busy production site is preferred, but full training on all processes will be provided to successful candidates that demonstrate a keen interest to be part of the team.

Key responsibilities include:

Shift hours : Monday – Thursday 9.30 am – 6.00 pm / Friday 8.00 am – 3.00 pm
Understand and work to high Health & Safety standards, including reporting any H&S issues.
Complying with Quality and Hygiene specifications and requirements.

The ideal candidate will have:

Current Counterbalance Fork Lift Truck licence is essential
Ability to follow health & safety policies and procedures.
A strong work ethic and ability to work to tight deadlines.
Good team player ethos - able to work as part of a team and on their own.
Self-motivation and good organisation skills.
Good attention to detail.
Good communication skills both written and verbal.

What We Offer

Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
Ongoing training and development opportunities
24/7 confidential support for you and your family
FamilY-friendly policies
Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.

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