Reach Truck Driver
Job in
Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4LA, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-24
Listing for:
Quest Employment
Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-09-24
Job specializations:
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Warehouse
General Labor, Material Handler, Distribution/ General Warehouse, Forklift Operator
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Weedon, Northamptonshire, NN7
Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour + £1.66 night shift allowance
Night Shift Rate: £14.66 per hour
Hours:
Monday to Friday | Weekend flexibility required when needed
Training: 3-week training programme before moving onto nights
Contract:
Temporary | Temp to Perm after 12 weeks
Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Breaks: 30-minute paid break + 30-minute unpaid break
Reach Truck FLT Driver Required Weedon, NN7 Quest Employment is currently recruiting for an experienced Reach Truck FLT Driver / Warehouse Operative to join a pharmaceutical manufacturing warehouse based in Weedon, Northamptonshire.
This is a temp-to-perm opportunity for a reliable and flexible candidate with Reach Truck experience who is happy to complete full warehouse duties alongside FLT work.
Please note:
this is not an FLT-only role. You will be required to work both on and off the truck, including picking, packing, goods receipt, material movements, stock control, dispatch and warehouse documentation.
A DBS check is required for this role. The cost will be covered by the company, but the check must be completed before starting.
Training & Shift Pattern Candidates must be available to complete the full training programme before moving onto the permanent night shift.
Week 1 Training
Monday to Friday | 09:0017:30
Week 2 Training
Monday to Friday | 06:1513:45
Week 3 onwards Permanent Night Shift
Monday to Friday | 21:4506:15
Weekend flexibility may be required depending on operational needs. Where weekend working is required, days off will be provided during the week.
The Role As a Reach Truck FLT Driver / Warehouse Operative , your duties may include:
Operating a Reach Truck safely within the warehouse
Loading, unloading and moving pallets and materials
Putting stock away into designated locations
Retrieving materials safely from racking
Completing daily pre-use FLT checks
Reporting FLT defects and safety concerns
Supporting goods-in and checking deliveries
Moving raw materials, packaging materials and finished goods
Picking and packing stock accurately
Preparing materials for production and dispatch
Supporting sampling activities when required
Carrying out stock checks, cycle counts and inventory tasks
Completing warehouse documentation accurately
Working in line with GMP, GDP and site procedures
Maintaining high standards of housekeeping
Supporting general warehouse duties as required
Skills & Experience Required We are looking for candidates who have:
Previous Reach Truck FLT experience
A valid Reach Truck licence expired or internal licences may be considered
Previous warehouse experience
The ability to work both on and off the FLT
Experience with picking, packing and general warehouse duties
Good attention to detail and accuracy
The ability to follow written procedures and complete paperwork
A reliable, punctual and safety-conscious approach
Flexibility to complete daytime training before moving onto nights
The ability to work permanent night shifts
Flexibility for overtime and weekend working when required
The ability to complete a DBS check before starting
A genuine interest in a temp-to-perm opportunity
Desirable Experience Pharmaceutical warehouse experience
GMP or GDP knowledge
SAP, WMS or other warehouse system experience
Experience handling raw materials, packaging or finished goods
Stock control, stocktake or inventory experience
Pay & Benefits £13.00 per hour basic rate
£14.66 per hour including night shift allowance
Temp-to-perm opportunity after 12 weeks
Full training provided
Monday-to-Friday night shift
Pharmaceutical warehouse environment
Opportunity to develop within a regulated warehouse
Support from Quest Employment throughout the recruitment process
Apply Today If you have Reach Truck FLT experience and are happy working both on and off the truck in a pharmaceutical warehouse environment, apply today with your up-to-date CV.
A member of the Quest Employment team will contact suitable applicants to discuss the role and next steps.
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